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>I have an 1990 318i that is hard to start when the engine is hot but
>start with no problems when the engine is cold (in the morning). When
>the engine is hot, if I turned it off and started it again almost
>immediately, the start is good. But if started it, let's say after 15
>minutes or more, I have to start it at least 4 times before the engine
>will be running.
>
>I recently change the fuel pump and fuel pump relay (Feb 2006), so the
>cause is not in the fuel pump. I take it to the local bmw shop, and the
>mechanic suspect a failure in the FPR, coil, coldstard, fuel filter or
>spark plug might cause those kind of problem.
>
>Has anyone experience similar with my problem? Any advice will be
>highly appreciated.
>
>Thanks in advance.
>
>Riyandi
>'90 318i
>
hmmm.... might be an idea to check the fuel pressure regulator
too.. it's at the end of the fuel rail.