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  • green
    Advanced Member
    • Dec 2010
    • 128

    #1

    Starting and headlights

    So anyone ever had this problem: my car cranks fine but doesn't start. It just so happens that the headlights don't work either (they work fine at other times when it is running). I looked at the wedophones wiring diagram and couldn't find a common ground with the headlights and any starting component (unless I missed something). Anyone have any ideas?
  • MR 325
    Moderator
    • Oct 2003
    • 37825

    #2
    Sounds like a possible ignition switch problem. Since the headlights only work when the ignition is in the run position this could be the issue.
    BimmerHeads
    Classic BMW Specialists
    Santa Clarita, CA

    www.BimmerHeads.com

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    • jlevie
      R3V OG
      • Nov 2006
      • 13530

      #3
      I agree. The cause of this condition could be the ignition switch, a wiring fault, or an aftermarket alarm.
      The car makes it possible, but the driver makes it happen.
      Jim Levie, Huntsville, AL

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      • green
        Advanced Member
        • Dec 2010
        • 128

        #4
        Thanks guys! I'll look into it.

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