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by n2bimmer
Mon Sep 19, 2016 12:50 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: HELP: Cranks but no start
Replies: 9
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The problem has been found and solved, thanks to Ralph over at big coupe i was able to borrow a ignition module to test out. Swapped out the unit and it fired up right away. I opened up the unit that was installed in my car and there was aluminum oxidation and water in the box, im not sure how the ...
by n2bimmer
Thu Sep 15, 2016 1:59 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: HELP: Cranks but no start
Replies: 9
Views: 10638

I did check my combo relay, but ill check it again, i do have two but ill look over it again.

The wires look pretty good, they look fairly new, so the previous owner may have replaced it not to long ago.

That's interesting about the tachometer terminal. I may look into that.

Thanks

Im going to ...
by n2bimmer
Thu Sep 15, 2016 12:52 am
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: HELP: Cranks but no start
Replies: 9
Views: 10638

wmmag wrote:A long shot, but is there an alarm system in the car? It could be self-activating and blocking the spark.
I believe there is some device under the steering column but its always been there
by n2bimmer
Wed Sep 14, 2016 11:54 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: HELP: Cranks but no start
Replies: 9
Views: 10638

HELP: Cranks but no start

Hey gang, im reaching out here in hopes of getting some help. My Euro 81 628csi wont start. Im getting fuel, but doesnt seems to have spark. i just replace the distributor cap and rotor, but still no good. Full story can be seen here.

http://www.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?2302055-Cranks ...