Re: <E30 316> Odd noises at idle

["The MaZe" <thezeeuw@xxxxxx>]

Hi Adrian!

Could be the belt running from the dynamo to the waterpump, try to tighten
it, or better replace it. To make sure it is the belt you can drop a drup of
oil on the belt. The sound should go away (but will definitely come back!)

> The last couple of times I've driven my car ('85 316) I've noticed that
> the engine is making a 'twittering' noise at idle. Sounds almost like an
> asthmatic bird!
> Is this anything to worry about, or is it just a noise that I have to get
> used to?
>

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