cranking noise every morning

2002 BMW 525I
150,000 MILES
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MARILYN73
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My 02 bmw 525i makes a cranking noise every morning when i turn it on for about 2 to 3 seconds then it stops the noise what can it be?
Mar 3, 2012 at 6:39 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Noise could be anything from a loose to broken part that vibrates when enguie is cold.

It is not possible to diagnose noise problem without understanding where it is coming from or what is emitting it.

You would need someone to have a look at the vehicle and locate the source of the noise.
Mar 3, 2012 at 7:32 AM
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