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1997 BMW 318TI E36

1.9L I4 M44RWDAUTOMATICgas
Repairs0Labor593Torque3655Fluid7DTC642Battery0Maintenance0Recalls0
P2107high severityPowertrain

Throttle Actuator Control Module Processor

on 1997 BMW 318ti E36 1.9L I4 M44 · RWD

What this code means

Internal processor fault in the throttle actuator control module.

Symptoms

  • Check engine light
  • Limp mode
  • Erratic throttle behavior

Common causes

  • ECM/TCM internal failure
  • Power supply issue
  • Software corruption

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check ECM power supply voltages
  2. Attempt software reflash
  3. Check for TSBs

Repair notes

Reflash ECM software. If fault persists, replace ECM.

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