For God's Sakes, Don't Press The Gas Petal????

brad4221x · 10-20-2005, 09:11 AM

According to the manual:

"When starting the engine, do not press the accelerator pedal. Do not allow the engine to warm up by leaving it running while the vehicle remains stationary."

What's up with that? I mean, this goes against everything I have been taught about starting a car.

thd13 · 10-20-2005, 09:23 AM

I heard your engine will explode if left idleing for more than 32.89 seconds.

J/K

davinet78 · 10-20-2005, 09:29 AM

but is that true about when starting the engine not to let the engine warm up

mapezzul · 10-20-2005, 09:31 AM

No fuel injected car requires pressing the pedal, so I am not sure what you have been doing for the last decade or so

Pressing the pedal was on cars with carbs to make sure there was fuel in the carb then the engine so it would have fuel to ignite when you cranked it. Fuel injection is computerized so the computer does this for you. Most new engines do not require warming, but you should drive slowly at first to allow the oil to thin and spread around, research has shown that warming the engine increases wear and tear and does not provide any benefit. The E90 engine also utilizes a electric water pump that turns on at a certain temp, a variable oil pump and a heat exchanger from the radiator coolant to the oil intake, to warm the engine more rapidly.
Best of luck!

brad4221x · 10-20-2005, 09:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mapezzul

No fuel injected car requires pressing the pedal, so I am not sure what you have been doing for the last decade or so

Pressing the pedal was on cars with carbs to make sure there was fuel in the carb then the engine so it would have fuel to ignite when you cranked it. Fuel injection is computerized so the computer does this for you. Most new engines do not require warming, but you should drive slowly at first to allow the oil to thin and spread around, research has shown that warming the engine increases wear and tear and does not provide any benefit, The E90 engine also adjust timing etc, to warm the engine differently.
Best of luck!

Well, that make sense. - Thanks

Broken1 · 10-20-2005, 09:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mapezzul

No fuel injected car requires pressing the pedal, so I am not sure what you have been doing for the last decade or so

Pressing the pedal was on cars with carbs to make sure there was fuel in the carb then the engine so it would have fuel to ignite when you cranked it. Fuel injection is computerized so the computer does this for you. Most new engines do not require warming, but you should drive slowly at first to allow the oil to thin and spread around, research has shown that warming the engine increases wear and tear and does not provide any benefit. The E90 engine also utilizes a electric water pump that turns on at a certain temp, a variable oil pump and a heat exchanger from the radiator coolant to the oil intake, to warm the engine more rapidly.
Best of luck!

I concur Dr.

F32Fleet · 10-20-2005, 09:53 AM

spot on !

David328M-Sport · 10-20-2005, 11:08 AM

Yep,
Drive off straight away at reasonable speeds to ensure engine is warmed up. Should take only a few mins and you will be well on your way to your destination.

LEDZEP · 10-20-2005, 11:13 AM

No warming required. Sometimes I'll even take it a step further and drive halfway to work before I start the car.

Nikki · 10-20-2005, 11:31 AM

Mine revs a hell of a lot when I press the start button.
It scared the crap out of me the first few times,
and even still, after I've had it for a week,
it seems very odd to me, lol.

Broken1 · 10-20-2005, 12:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LEDZEP

No warming required. Sometimes I'll even take it a step further and drive halfway to work before I start the car.

Nemis · 10-20-2005, 12:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brad4221x

According to the manual:

"When starting the engine, do not press the accelerator pedal.

on some car this can be an problem, trottle body can have a "digital offset" and ecu may read it with some error (on real position). (not full open or full closed)

Quote:

Originally Posted by brad4221x

Do not allow the engine to warm up by leaving it running while the vehicle remains stationary."

some people warm up engine a than

, with out warm up gearbox's oil or differentials oil. no good

roburado · 10-20-2005, 01:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mapezzul

No fuel injected car requires pressing the pedal, so I am not sure what you have been doing for the last decade or so

Pressing the pedal was on cars with carbs to make sure there was fuel in the carb then the engine so it would have fuel to ignite when you cranked it. Fuel injection is computerized so the computer does this for you. Most new engines do not require warming, but you should drive slowly at first to allow the oil to thin and spread around, research has shown that warming the engine increases wear and tear and does not provide any benefit. The E90 engine also utilizes a electric water pump that turns on at a certain temp, a variable oil pump and a heat exchanger from the radiator coolant to the oil intake, to warm the engine more rapidly.
Best of luck!

Never mind the fact that when you're sitting there warming your car, you're also getting 0 miles per gallon for no reason.

puck724 · 10-20-2005, 01:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nikki

Mine revs a hell of a lot when I press the start button.
It scared the crap out of me the first few times,
and even still, after I've had it for a week,
it seems very odd to me, lol.

haha. i love it!! sometimes i still start the car with the the driver door open before i open my garage to hear the nice growl...

Nikki · 10-20-2005, 01:35 PM

btw, I didn't know that flower petals were a dealer option,
sounds like something that would be offered on a vw beetle

underDAWG · 10-20-2005, 02:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LEDZEP

No warming required. Sometimes I'll even take it a step further and drive halfway to work before I start the car.

Damn , Dover is below sea level.

LEDZEP · 10-20-2005, 02:18 PM

I like to be different and coast uphill.

brad4221x · 10-20-2005, 02:38 PM

I still want to idle for a few seconds. It clears the cats off the engine

Nikki · 10-20-2005, 02:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brad4221x

I still want to idle for a few seconds. It clears the cats off the engine

hahahaha

you made me dig up an old picture!

gr8sho · 10-20-2005, 04:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brad4221x

According to the manual:

"When starting the engine, do not press the accelerator pedal. Do not allow the engine to warm up by leaving it running while the vehicle remains stationary."

What's up with that? I mean, this goes against everything I have been taught about starting a car.

You got a lot of funny and well deserved replies.

One thing that's unique on this car with the pushbutton starter is that the computer takes all the guesswork out of the starting process. You don't have to hold the button for instance until the car starts with most key ignition systems. Just push, let go, and the computer does the rest. I've even been surprised when I don't insert the keyfob completely in the car, push the button, then fully insert the fob, the car will still start automatically if you have the clutch pedal depressed. Caught me by surprise!

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thd13 Major 46 Rep 1,445 Posts Drives: A07 330i Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Murrland iTrader: (4) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	I heard your engine will explode if left idleing for more than 32.89 seconds. J/K __________________ My other ride is your mom.
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mapezzul Special Agent 74 Rep 1,731 Posts Drives: Depends on the day! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Bavaria iTrader: (1)	No fuel injected car requires pressing the pedal, so I am not sure what you have been doing for the last decade or so Pressing the pedal was on cars with carbs to make sure there was fuel in the carb then the engine so it would have fuel to ignite when you cranked it. Fuel injection is computerized so the computer does this for you. Most new engines do not require warming, but you should drive slowly at first to allow the oil to thin and spread around, research has shown that warming the engine increases wear and tear and does not provide any benefit. The E90 engine also utilizes a electric water pump that turns on at a certain temp, a variable oil pump and a heat exchanger from the radiator coolant to the oil intake, to warm the engine more rapidly. Best of luck!
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brad4221x Private 10 Rep 55 Posts Drives: E-90 Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: New Albany, Indiana iTrader: (0)	I still want to idle for a few seconds. It clears the cats off the engine
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