BMW NO START BUT IT CRANKS

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in this video I'm showing how to check for no start but cranking good BMW.
it is very common occurrence with 2000s BMW products.
showing how to identify the problem, diagnose, test and bypass ignition switch.
ignition switch is very easy to replace and does not require any special tools.
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[@bchim311]

I have the exact same problem and everybody keep giving the wrong advice. You’re the best.❤

[@lukewigglesworth5526]

Check fuse 4 30 amp under the hood where ECU is it's in a black box

[@lazarnikolic7317]

Same problem on 320cd 2004. No one knew how to solve the problem. Thank you bro and respect!

[@Coopcoop808]

Dude. My uncle gave me his bmw if I could get it to start. THANK YOU

[@Coopcoop808]

Took me less then a hour I just jiggled it.

[@txphk540]

very well explained. this can be applied to different cars and makers. thanks

[@user-tg4hz1cy5y]

Thank you! My daughter's car was stranded at work - couldn't figure out why only the mileage and seatbelt lights were working / and engine cranking / but wouldn't start. YOU NAILED IT. Took me 5 minutes to get to the switch, wiggle it to get car to start and drive home. $17 part ordered on Amazon - delivered 2 days later. It didn't take 5 minutes to install! Thank you!

[@pcharmacy]

What part did you order!?!

[@bbutler6167]

Thanks for the video man. My question is does this apply to the push start/key fob BMWs? No one I saw asked that. I have a 07 650i. It’s doing exactly what that one was & scanner wont communicate with the computer.

[@zacharychristian9762]

Man you are a savior and saint I’ve been through every thing on this damn car finally good

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

My pleasure

[@pcharmacy]

Yo I need help!

[@juliuskulha8287]

same problem. My n42 bmw shut down during ride and did not start anymore? Replaced fuel pump, crank sensor, both camshaft sensors and spark plugs. Error codes gives misfires etc. U think it might be ign switch? Bmw e46 coupe 2002?

[@johnmccubbin7524]

Hi great video my car cranks no start but my engine manegmant light is on is that a significant difference

[@bchim311]

Is it the same with 2008 328i? I have a push button start. Or do I need to replace the start button?

[@mrkalx30]

i have the same issue with my e60 M5.. Could you do BMW E60 M5 content like this

[@baronsproduction3862]

Thnk mann! U are the best!

[@al-maskari5463]

Thanks bro God bless you ❤

[@mr.mrs.keesee1169]

Would the ignition switch interfere with aligning the ews

[@saintip3300]

Thanks for the video, I ordered and ignition switch but got the start/stop module. The ebay link in your bio is no longer working, can you provide me with a part number so that I can order the correct part please? I have a 2008 750i

[@geralddeitz9169]

Reply with the part number please as your link doesn't work. Thanks

[@eduardoheart6290]

Thank you for making this video. Quick question, why doesnt your car beep when you turn key into position 1 or 2? Have you eliminated EWS?

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

It's not my car. Couldn't tell you.

[@sunaars2461]

Eu version doesn't beep

[@MzwestGP]

Hi. My e46 330d showed dde and immediately cut off. Now it just cranks and wont start. I can hear the pump priming, ive checked fuses they are all ok. If i leave the car for a few days, it will start. But driving, after a few minutes it will show dde then cut off and wont start again. Any ideas?

[@danieltoms9051]

I've got a question for you. I have a 2001 bmw X5 4.4l. I've just replaced the fuel pump ect. But it cranks and starts and occasionally it cranks no start, takes a while and eventually it starts, I also get the trans failsafe come in and out just randomly, lately it was trans failsafe but starting fine, and all of a sudden trans failsafe has gone but it cranks and has issues starting

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

Sounds complicated when it's intermittent. Follow the procedure on the video but you need to catch it when it's playing up.

[@MyPostville]

07 550! Will be the same if crank no start? Tnx!

[@williambernstein4313]

I have a 2004 BMW 325i....I've replaced the spark plugs ignition coils MAF sensor fuel pump....fuel pump relay.....fuel pump fuse....gas cap.....bleeder valve...air filter and sender unit for fuel pump. All this in the past 7 months. However, yesterday the car has a crank no start condition. Also, I stopped hearing the fuel pump when I put keys in the ignition. Is it possible the fuel pump already went bad or is faulty??

[@HB-oo8mi]

I had crank no start replaced fuel pump. Worked fine next morning no start again. Had done plugs 3 months ago and kept bypassing that as an issue. Took 3 days of headache pulled plugs and all were bad. Check plugs. After I changed the plugs with ngk iridium’s it cranked right up.

[@bensolomon1997]

Bro good video I'm just asking if it's that the ignition switch or ignition connector.....thanks

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

It's the switch. Electrical part you can swap out.

[@bensolomon1997]

@@a1mechanicaloakey639 thanks bro

[@geralddeitz9169]

I have a 2006 BMW X5 E53 that had intermittent no crank or start. I would just roll windows down & closed, lock the x5 with key fob then unlock with key a couple times get in close door hold foot on break and it would start. But sometimes not. Then I drove to store and it just turned over but wouldn't start. I bought the ignition part you mention from ebay and same thing. Crank but no start . 1 more thing, The ignition key stuck in start position when I 1st got in it from store when it wouldn't start, the key would stick in start position. I could manually turn the x5 off. Can't afford to pay what the BMW shop wsnts. What do you suggest???

[@geralddeitz9169]

Could it be the immobilizer???

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

May be immobilizer but hard to say without looking at it.

[@geralddeitz9169]

How do I bypass the immobilizer on my 2006 x5 e53 4.4i?

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

I'm not the guy for it. Good luck

[@Sagriffer31]

i have the exact same problem had the cluster fixed car still not start but turns it was sitting 2 years

[@sithulematrose1825]

Thank you for the video.. I have a quick question please.My bmw 120d e87 cranks but no start, all lights display on the dash but except the engine light.. fuel flows but the injectors do not accept the fuel.what could be the problem?.

[@patrikdanc7441]

hi what Ben the problém please

[@paulb8603]

@@patrikdanc7441 I have the same problem on my e87 118d but it’s a push button start, help!

[@kabuyenicholas4647]

I have the exact problem on f10 550i

[@kabuyenicholas4647]

@sithulematrose1825 I would love to talk to you about how you resolved this issue

[@kabuyenicholas4647]

@sithulematrose1825 would kindly love to talk to you about how you resolved this problem

[@scar-pop2150]

This works on 3.0 diesel ?

[@calebboogi9677]

I have 2013 535i I think I have same problem but it was stuck in neutral but I end up getting the transmission outta neutral into park but now the car won’t start only cranks

[@sedickseptember-ey5bl]

My e46 2005 dash lights on but don't start! can it also be the same problem?

[@iscuben7598]

I have a e38 which do not crank. Replaced the starter since the old one clicked. Everything lights up fine. Changed the battery, grounded the engine to the chassi, tried to jump start it and switched the relays but nothing. Only thing that makes it start is jumping the starter. Can it be the ignition switch?

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

Very possible, just simple diagnosis would eliminate possibilities of issues like relays fuses and wiring.

[@bronwillabrahams7953]

Thanks alot you have saved my life

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

Lol. That's a bit extreme.

[@hayleyd1985x]

Hi thank you 🙏🏼 for this we are really really stuck 😭 we have a bmw 1 series 116l se engine 1596cc no problems no warnings at all woke up one morning and it just cranks? And won’t start 😩 he’s only just bought it in June 2021 only 50,000 miles, how can a car woke the day before and the morning not start? Apparently two cylinders aren’t working and 3rd cylinder low, fuel pump checked ok no sign of faults ignition test ok too, apparently they would have to send off cylinders and take head off which costs sooo much money now they saying write it off????? Please please please I beg you for ideas?? This car is everything for us to work? 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

Anything is possible with cars. I currently have one with 50,000 km 2018 model, lost 3 cylinder compression already. Very bad engineering. Ask the mechanic where is the compression leaking to. I would take it some place else to get second opinion if they couldn't answer that question. they you will know real fix and pricing.

[@joemama5259]

BMW has a warranty on the timing chain up to 70,000 miles , they lost a class action lawsuit. Should be a free repair at BMW . Make sure who ever u took it to puts it back together the correct way . Then take it to BMW

[@raycelis3538]

Hi, my BMW X3 2.0 diesel 2007 has intermittent crank but no start problem when the temperature gauge is in red even if the engine is cold. It will start when the temperature gauge is in cool position. Any idea regarding this problem?

[@eurotechautomotives7940]

change your crank sensor. if not, then cam sensor. crank sensor is more likely

[@andrew190e]

i have the same issue with my 330ci in the red will never start

[@raycelis3538]

@@andrew190e were you able to correct it? My techinician is suggestions to replacement the jbu module. It is quote expensive so i’m having second thoughts about it.

[@raycelis3538]

@andrew190e no. I tried all the suggestions given but the problem remained. My car has been sitting in the garbage for 2 yrs now. 1 technician suggested to repair the ecu but to no avail. Yes there was a suggestion to change the jbu module. I’m still considering to try it but the expense is holding me back unless someone could assure me that indeed it is he problem.

[@relaaaxingchanel3000]

Man i have problem on 525tds for two months now, i checked everything but EVERYTHING beside ignition switch, if this solve my problem i will keep your pic in my car! I will try tomorrow and leave reply on this!

[@relaaaxingchanel3000]

No, still not starting, cranks ok but no start🥹

[@geralddeitz9169]

I have a 2006 BMW X5 4.4i E53 the originally had no crank or start. I bought a generic ignition part off ebay. Now it cranks bur won't start. I checked the fuel pump and it's working fine. I would like to fix this suv as I can use it. Please reply. Thanks Jerry

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

I can give you 150 reasons why it wouldn't start, so that very little information plus a good mechanic should get you out of trouble just fine.

[@geralddeitz9169]

@@a1mechanicaloakey639 I am not a pro mechanic but am very good at trouble shooting and have good common sense! I have changed the ignition and all the time I thought it is the ews module syncing with the main Computer. I've done 100's of reprogramming Epromd, circuit boards, phones, you name it. It will be the ews out of sync with Computer. I just haven't purchases the patch cables to connect to one of my dedicated Computers. I already have the official BMW Service Software, just not the energy to deal with it due to many health issues!!! You gave an extremely poor reply especially when you post a video stating you knew what was wrong with the BMW in your video! When I 1st bought this 2006 BMW X5 E53 4.4i SUV it would for no reason not turn over or start. I figured out a sequence to have the computer go thru the default security settings, then re-sync the key to Computer and presto, it would start right up. Then one day I got in it and samevthing except that time when I fully went thru my sequence it still didn't start. Pissed I went in the house ate lunch and decided to try to start. It started right up. I park all vehicles inside my secure acre so drove a few feet, shut off restarted and did 5 times before leaving property. I did notice when getting onto the road it cut out completely but just for a second and then ran fine. I drove to a local store with it performing fine. Parked and shut off. Tried to re start it and it just turned over (1st time for this issue) Shopped and when back to vehicle went thru all connections starting at the battery out. Had it towed home and here is has sat about a year! Now Your thoughts? Greatly appreciated in advance, Jerry Deitz CDA IDAHO

[@geralddeitz9169]

@@a1mechanicaloakey639 PS, Not 150 reasons for one not starting. Of you can afford to take it to a shop (1000.00 plus) they will connect it and probably tell you that you need a new ews, Computer and key! God Bless I don't have $$$ so doing myself!

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

My reply offended you that's alright but the truth is there are many reasons why a car wouldn't start, just throwing parts at it is not always the best approach but someone can certainly try that route and get lucky. Unless it's a well known and discussed issue with particular vehicle, the short answer is get a diagnostician to figure it out if diy didn't help.

[@babazungu3180]

Mine is starting in the morning nicely but when the engine is get hot is getting hard start when i want to start again

[@raychikuta2605]

Similar problem though l get all the lights on my dash, would it be the ignition switch

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

Possible but it looks more like starter motor or starter circuit fault as in relay, fuse, control, wiring etc. Worse case seized engine. Good luck bro.

[@ironstyle2796]

Have you solved the problem?

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

I did. I don't know about Ray.

[@Cocovlog283]

I have a same problem with my 335d e92 crank but it doesn’t turn on please help

[@thinusprinsloo2112]

Hi ..any advice why 530d e60 cranks but not start ..engine light does not come on

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

That's just not enough information to give you any advice. Take it to technician.

[@eugeneturner6139]

I'm having a current brain racking problem with my 2012 f10 528i no Crank no Start..and it's just now showing the red warning ⚠️ sign for drivetrain malfunction. Could it possibly be the same.. cause that would be an easy fix..oh and I also heard a clinking noise like it was coming from my rear wheels

[@tipzeymemes8299]

Please tell me you got this fixed by now

[@tipzeymemes8299]

Help please

[@bmw625]

Is it the same ignition switch on 320d ? I replaced vp44 with new one and everything else checked, car cranks with fuel coming to injectors but wont start :/

[@alexwarrener3770]

Did you solve this? Having same issues

[@bmw625]

@@alexwarrener3770 Yes, it was the air in injectors. You need to bleed injectors and trying to start with cockpit or start spray.

[@ericaanthony582]

I have a bmw 116i 2005 I drove it for about 5 mins then stopped turned the it off then went back about 2 minutes later and it was like there was no power I tried jump start it and it sounded like it had run of gas but could smell fuel. It will crank while it has jumper leads on but just won't fire ne ideas to help would be great as I have only had it for 2 weeks

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

That's just not enough information. Many possibilities.

[@aaronmakawa3194]

I have the same problem. Checked everything I have no spark. Seems like there is no power coming to the coil pack

[@Llewellyn-xe4me]

I have a 735i 1991 it cranks and occasionally starts with a very low idle then switches off , any ideas?

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

Many reason that can do that but start with cleaning throttle body and idle controller.

[@Llewellyn-xe4me]

@@a1mechanicaloakey639 done that even checked crank position sensor still no luck

[@gigarkidus4305]

why my Bmw e46 when the engine is hot the engine is off ?

[@vedoagain8574]

I have the same problem right noe

[@akdadon1524]

I have a BMW 530i , she cranks but won’t start . She will start if I spray started fluid in the intake, then stalls immediately . I’ve replaced the alternator , the fuel pump & relay . Checked all fuses they work and I’m getting power To all sources . I don’t know what’s next . Any help on what you think it might be ?

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

Many thing could cause that. Most probable cause could be, no fuel getting in the rail, no injector control, immobiliser etc.

[@agsession7664]

I got the same issue on a 2007 x3.. how did you fix the issue? Run on starter fluid only.

[@timbircher5021]

@@agsession7664

[@henriquepetrein1400]

10:32 how u "put" 12 volts???

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

Yes

[@Linoge279]

if that causing it, does it also cut off the fuel pump?

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

Very much so. Pretty sure none of the computer is awake at that point.

[@Linoge279]

@@a1mechanicaloakey639 I have check but I have already replaced the fuel pump, crank sensor..check all fuses & relay all seem ok. The car sometimes shut off while driving and need to wait few minutes to start and also sometimes also all light comes up and car goes to limp mode, thought it was cause by ICV, already replace same issue, hopefully its just the ignition switch.

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

Good luck

[@juliuskulha8287]

@@Linoge279 did it work? I have same problems.

[@ProjectBimmers]

Not the best trouble shooting method. Just because one car has an issue doesn't mean another car that has similar symptoms has the same issue. 9 out of 10 times if a bmw has a crank no start issue it is NOT going to be the ignition switch

[@petershulick5270]

That's good to know that the faulty ignition switch below the cover is the cause but did you try taking a screwdriver or small hammer and tapping on it and see if that would resolve the problem? Outside of replacing it?

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

Yes I did.

[@geralddeitz9169]

Not the issue in my 2006 BMW X5 E53 4.4i. It will more than likely be the security system (ews module) Found out it's to this day a huge problem. Bypass the ews or security system should perfectly fix it. There are companies that you can send your ews module to and they reset it which I'm going to do soon. So many people make a video with a fix like key, ignition module, relay, fule, fuel pump etc...

[@jemardavis1808]

@@geralddeitz9169 what company do you recommend?

[@arminjeandost]

Ignition swutch , starting relays var starting motor..

[@mardagalifts]

This is happening to my e36

[@aarongoyen8903]

Not the switch, the connector.

[@inspireddreams]

my e46 cranks no start but nothing on the dash shows except just abs light and airbag that’s it

[@Sagriffer31]

the cluster need repair problem solved

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

Watch the full video before ya all comment aye.

[@sochillcyp]

@@a1mechanicaloakey639 lol

[@wendelljohnson4856]

Dude get to it!!! Why tell story first?? Tell us what the issue was THEN TELL YOUR STORY (as proof). I had to listen for 10 minutes for you to reveal what the issue was...sheez!!

[@TheGreendabomb]

this could have literally been a 100 second video..

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

Diy

[@joemama5259]

This guy just said that car car went to. 2 shops for 8 months then a BMW specialist , then went to the BMW dealer and they could not figure the problem out 😂😂 😂😂😂😂 this guy must be smoking crack 😂😂😂 Bro it’s a IGN switch ! Any local fly by night mechanic can figure out a bad ign switch . Why would u tell these ppl that a BMW dealer could not fix it ? Yet only u were able to ? 😂😂😂

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

Telling what I experienced. Like it or leave.

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

If you want to comment more. Explain to me how ignition switch works in this car. Why there was no communication with any of the modules. Otherwise just disappear.

[@joemama5259]

@@a1mechanicaloakey639 send me the info to that BMW dealer so I can get a job as a service manager 😎 .. if they couldn’t figure out that problem I will make 300k a year and the 1st thing I would do is fire every tech in the place 😂

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

Keep dreaming

[@joemama5259]

@@a1mechanicaloakey639 my friend , I am not dreaming now will I accept a job working for Anyone not BMW nor anyone else . I own my own repair shop And car dealerships .. i work for my self And have been an owner since the age of 25 . The fact that u are explaining how a simple old school ignition switch works to a bunch of viewers on KZbin that are obviously not professional technicians is wonderful . What made me laugh is when u said that this simple problem went to shops and a BMW expert and. BMW dealer and they could not figure out the problem ! That comment was not only a lie , but it was beyond laughable 😂 !! Don’t get me wrong ..ur doing good by helping out others who need advice . But what’s the point of u adding a funny and unbelievable story claiming that experts and a BMW dealer couldn’t fix this problem ? Yet U were able to ? And to make the story that much funnier it was a ign switch ? I can see if it was an open circuit in a harness or a CAN BUS issue or even a bad ground that no one can find . But a basic ign switch ? What kind of BMW dealer or real repair shop along with as u claim a BMW expert wouldn’t be able to figure this out ? I’m Sorry to call u out this way but I couldn’t resist 🤷🏽‍♀️🤦🏼

[@mauricemcmillian1791]

Too much talking get to the point

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

Tiktok

[@robcatterton8632]

You take far too long to get to the point!

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

This not not for you then. Google search always the quickest way to get quick answer whether it's right or wrong.

[@Jbajapaca]

Hi, I have a problem with my Mini Cooper s r56 not start. The only code the mini have is: A0B4 The mini was on taking it out of the garage when it suddenly turned off. The first Scanner have these codes: 2781 2775 2D52 *2DCA* 275F 272F I changed 4 spark plugs, 4 coils, the Camshaft Position Sensor and a new battery. But it did not turn on, now it is giving these codes: 005E31 009314 *00A0B4* 00932D 009CB5 I deleted them and it only gives me this code: ( A0B4 ) The mini starter good but not start. I try the new battery and it says it's ok, but when I test the battery with the terminals mounted on the Mini Cooper it says it's bad I don’t now why. I also reset the new battery in the mini system with the scanner but nothing. ( A0B4 )

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

Best suggestion is to take it to a good technician. that's just not enough information there to give you any technical advice.

[@Jbajapaca]

This is a problem, where I am there are no mechanics who work with Mini Cooper. I only need a idea.

[@Jbajapaca]

I buy a Autel scanner and this is a code the scan register

[@a1mechanicaloakey639]

At this stage I do not know how to help. Give me more information on what have you checked. Is it no crank or no run. I would love to help but when someone says no start, there's 500 different reasons I can think of why would a car won't start.