1995 BMW 318 Car Won't Start? Starter..Battery..Solenoid..W

1995 BMW 318
172,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JROSE318IS
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Well my car just wont start...when i turn the key, "click" from inside is all i get... I was just driving the car recently.....Not to sure on what the probblem is.. i arked the starter from underneath.. with the ignition on,, and it just spun no start...now could it be my battery is just plain out too dead... or does this mean i need a starter.... I also heard it could possibly be my solenoid..I need help bad. someone plz help me.. Thanks
Dec 23, 2007 at 11:51 AM
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JUSTIN FREED
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First thing, ensure your battery is fully charged and functional. Also make sure all connections are solid and corrosion-free. If the battery is good and you are getting a "click" that means (most likely) the ignition switch is okay. Now, you need to suspect the starter/solenoid.

You indicated that you "arked" (I am assuming you meant "arc'ed") the starter from underneath, meaning you bypassed the solenoid, and the starter spun freely but did not engage - which is exactly what you would expect.

Sounds like a solenoid problem to me. But, this is a internet forum so, nothing is guaranteed. Recheck power to the starter and if you have power and only get a "click" and then you bypass the solenoid (as it appears you did) the solenoid is the problem (most likely - everything in auto mechanics is"most likely.)

Hope this helps!
Dec 27, 2007 at 9:41 PM