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If the engine does not start and the starter does not turn (BMW 3 Series E46)

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If your model has an automatic transmission, make sure the selector is in the "P" or "N" position. Make sure the battery terminal clamps are clean and tight.

Turn on the headlights and try to start the engine. If the headlights dim when you turn on the starter, then the battery is most likely discharged. This problem can be easily overcome by starting the engine from another battery, for example, from your friend's car (see below).

A. Check the high-tension wires for proper contact with the spark plugs. Push the wire caps tighter…

A. Check the high-tension wires for proper contact with the spark plugs. Push the wire caps tighter onto the spark plugs - 4-cylinder engine


B. Check the reliability of the contact of the high-voltage wires with the ignition coil -…

B. Check the reliability of the contact of the high-voltage wires with the ignition coil - 4-cylinder engine


C. Check the condition and reliability of the ignition coil electrical connector - 4-cylinder engine

C. Check the condition and reliability of the ignition coil electrical connector - 4-cylinder engine


D. Turn off the ignition and check the air flow sensor connector for proper operation and…

D. Turn off the ignition and check the air flow sensor connector for proper operation and reliability


E. Check the reliability of the fastening of the wire tips to the battery terminals (the battery is…

E. Check the reliability of the fastening of the wire tips to the battery terminals (the battery is located in the luggage compartment)


With the ignition off, check the electrical connectors for tightness and if you suspect they are…

With the ignition off, check the electrical connectors for tightness and if you suspect they are damp, spray them with a water-absorbing aerosol such as WD40


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