2005 325cic check engine says #2 cylinder failure, what is the problem, i.e. spark plug, coil, or major tune-up? Thank you

Asked by onewhole Jul 09, 2012 at 05:26 PM about the 2005 BMW 3 Series 325Ci Convertible RWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

check engine says #2 cylinder failure, what is the problem, i.e. spark plug, coil, or major tune-up? Thank you

2 Answers

5,905

It could be a coil failure. It does not take much to get a short via crack or bad boot. I would pull it and take a look. It only takes a couple of minute and a 10mm socket.

9,685

Michael is correct about pulling the ignition coil after a visual inspection you should swap the coil to another cylinder and a spark plug to another cylinder and see if the misfire follows. If it does follow then what ever cylinder the misfire in on then thats your problem, If it stays the same then you need to check for other concerns. I see a lot of ignition coils failing on these cars. Hope this helps

Your Answer:

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    Robert Charlson
    Reputation
    3,900
  • #2
    apbimmer98
    Reputation
    3,080
  • #3
    Abu Luca
    Reputation
    2,980
View All

Find great deals from top-rated dealers

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used BMW M3
9 Great Deals out of 75 listings starting at $14,995
Used BMW 5 Series
19 Great Deals out of 301 listings starting at $5,299
Used Mercedes-Benz C-Class
77 Great Deals out of 1,402 listings starting at $3,500
Used Lexus IS
17 Great Deals out of 413 listings starting at $4,400
Used Ford Mustang
57 Great Deals out of 1,668 listings starting at $5,977
Used Dodge Charger
36 Great Deals out of 913 listings starting at $5,495
Used BMW X3
57 Great Deals out of 1,164 listings starting at $4,400
Used BMW M5
39 listings starting at $25,990
Used Mercedes-Benz E-Class
39 Great Deals out of 571 listings starting at $4,900
Used Chevrolet Corvette
28 Great Deals out of 646 listings starting at $10,989
Used Honda Accord
50 Great Deals out of 998 listings starting at $2,995

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.