bmw 528e

1985 BMW 528E
100,000 MILES • 6 CYL • AUTOMATIC
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E LEE
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My vehicle will not start after sitting up for a time period. It started and was good. But, now it only cranks, however, the engine does start running.
Dec 16, 2010 at 6:24 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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Very well, now what is the problem? It does not run or start?
Dec 16, 2010 at 7:41 PM
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E LEE
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it does not start however the engine does turn over.
Dec 16, 2010 at 8:44 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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The engine needs fuel and spark and compression to run. Check the fuel pressure and see if there is spark, start here.
Dec 17, 2010 at 7:08 AM
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