1996 BMW 318 Lights are on, but wont start

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ANML2L
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i have a 1996 bmw 3 series 318i and had to change the ignition due to a faulty old one, now after ive connected the one i got from the wreckers, excellent condition with the new key, hooked it all up, the car wont start. all lights come on but doesnt turn the engine over what so ever. immobiliser maybe i duno. this is killing me, car has been off the road for awhile and need it back up and running, battery is fine btw. thanks
May 22, 2010 at 4:34 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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It is EWS alignment or when the lock was fixed the ring antennae around the ignition lock is or was damaged.
May 28, 2010 at 2:48 AM
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