No start

[Shayneboy]

Hey guys, I have a 1985 325e and it was running fine until it started sputtering, then when I applied the gas, it sputtered more and eventually died. When I turn the key, I can hear the fuel pumps turn on, the lights are on but when I turn the key, the lights go dim. Could this be a battery issue or starter or alternator? I originally thought that it was because the motor might have overheated, I smelled coolant and saw some leak from under the car. Car has always ran fine. Any suggestions? Any ideas on what it could be?


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[MrBurgundy]

Best plan of attack is to search this forum for "no start" issues. That will turn over results much faster than starting a thread. Every no start issue has been addressed, a bunch of times.

But, maybe I can help you out..

Is it cranking, or is it a no crank situation??

[Shayneboy]

No start

Best plan of attack is to search this forum for "no start" issues. That will turn over results much faster than starting a thread. Every no start issue has been addressed, a bunch of times.

But, maybe I can help you out..

Is it cranking, or is it a no crank situation??

No crank


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[cheffy30]

relays

[MrBurgundy]

Check the battery voltage. It sounds like your alternator took a shit.

[Shayneboy]

Check the battery voltage. It sounds like your alternator took a shit.

The battery was at 12 volts


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[MrBurgundy]

relays

[Shayneboy]

Anything specific? Or should I just get a bunch of new ones from a parts store


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[cheffy30]

Under the steering column there is one specific to the ignition.... Take a look there.. Unplug replug..

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[Shayneboy]

Under the steering column there is one specific to the ignition.... Take a look there.. Unplug replug..

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Okay will do. Thank you


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