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    Idle control module - help

    Does anyone have a pic of the E30 M42 idle control module in its correct location next to the ECU? Just to make sure, I am not asking about the ICV which is in the engine bay. I pulled the glove box out and the ECU but I can't find anything that looks like what I think the ICM looks like. Is it around the AC blower/behind the radio? Maybe the PO eliminated it previously. Thanks.

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    google for pics? I know I do not have one
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    All the pics I found were either of the module removed from its natural habitat or of the ICV.

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    hmm, how about google for e30 m42 dme location, or ecu location? see if those pics would also happen to capture what you are looking for?

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    [img]http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/...ps4gexuwzq.jpg[/img]

    is it in that pic. you are right, its hard to find a shot of that area in google

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    Was this ICM ever found, and if so, where is it?

    I have a 1988 325i and have been having these random idle surges on a cold start. ICV (not to be confused with the ICM) was replaced a few years ago. Also got a code 16, if that helps.

    Thanks.

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    On the 325i, its controlled by the ecu. No idle module
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    Thanks, superj.

    Any suggestions then for a code 16? I did replace the idle stabilization relay and cleared codes early this week, but this morning got a brief surging idle. Will have to check for new codes over the weekend. Did hear the ICV buzzing when the key was on and I was checking for codes, just so you know.

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    No, no idea
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