car wont start

49 MILES • 4 CYL • 4WD • MANUAL
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DENHO
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bmw 318ti compact wont start turn key and just a ticking noise tried to jump start still no joy.please help
Dec 26, 2010 at 5:38 AM
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DOCHAGERTY
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I strongly recommend against EVER jump starting a BMW vehicle. Remove the battery and have it charged, if it will not take a charge, replace it and then check the charging system.
Jan 10, 2011 at 4:25 PM
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