BMW No-crank, No-start (Intermittent)

Hey hey hey! The BMW is BACK IN THE HOUSE!
This time the fancy German at times refuses to crank over, and left the owner stranded! He is fed up and is ready to trade it in....on ANOTHER BMW!!
Let's see if we can get this 2006 325Ci convertible back on its feet one more time and restore the owner's faith in his favorite car :)
Enjoy!
-Ivan
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[@nostrasimpus8359]

This was probably the best diagnostic I’ve ever seen. Excellent job dude

[@shugfizzle8984]

Da Russians know German cars. Спасибо

[@makgawd7259]

This is the best video I’ve ever watched in my life. Even after all these years.

[@ptrck6]

Ivan. You are a true mechanic and not a parts replacer. Hard to find someone as good as you

[@knocksensor3203]

“Automotive diagnostic technician” ☝️mind you...

[@erolmcc8779]

Hope you can help, 2002 320d starts when engine cold but when it gets up to operating temp it won't start. Can you help?

[@kevinbyrne4538]

Always a pleasure to watch you diagnose a problem: nice, clean, straight-forward reasoning.

[@daverobertson8034]

I love the way you went about diagnosing this problem.

[@Paul1958R]

Ivan, Another great diagnosis and video. The sequence with the wife and the power seat was hilarious! Thank you and God bless Paul

[@grantsnell6782]

At the start of the video my first thought was ignition switch. BMWs of that age are notorious for it. Glad you got it.

[@fieldsofomagh]

Great new website for BMWs.Love the teardowns and seeing the details. Mrs Ivan is looking fab

[@Diagnosedan]

Finally Ivan you showed some love for European cars!😁You didn't use the word Trash a single time! I'm proud of you!😉

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

hahaha I was so tempted but this time everything was easy to get to and I had a good info database :)))

[@Diagnosedan]

🤣🤣🤣

[@abochavez]

lol

[@london1026]

European cars are shit trash ,german loans billion of dollors to american banks to loan out at low intreast rates to buy these pieces of shit hate euro and germany

[@meekstrova203]

You have no idea how helpful this was, I have a bmw 318i seating on my lap as I'm speaking..thanks dude

[@SuperMarioDiagnostics]

This oughta be good, gonna watch this during my lunch break 👍 thanks for sharing Ivan!

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

It's a good one! BMW never disappoints!

[@SuperMarioDiagnostics]

Pine Hollow Auto Diagnostics didn't wait until my lunch break 🤣 great resource, thanks for sharing that. Great find Ivan! You caught it red handed for us! And to top it off you got a Mercedes Benz commercial right before you catch in the act 😆 nice work Ivan, persistence paid off!

[@kyhomegarage3430]

Excellent diagnoses and repair . You are very talented and patient person Ivan. I can't thank you enough for posting link to BMW repair website it's very useful. Cheers my friend.👍👍

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Hi Ramon! Good to hear from you! Those intermittent problems can be a pain in the ass...especially on European cars ;)

[@chrishensley3591]

My 99 323I was doing the same intermittent starting, more so in hot weather. It finally would not start, at all, in my driveway. Lucky me. I followed your video, step by step. And I had the same issue. Ignition switch. I cleaned it, and it starts. I`ll be ordering a new one, just to be safe. Thank you for sharing, you saved me a lot of money.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Cool! Glad the video was helpful, Chris!

[@TonyGeestudio]

i've been following your show for over 2 years now , i just wanna say good job u've helped me understand my issues b4 i start missing around with my x3 and 550I and 530xi. thanks bro!

[@ManicMechanic007]

Great analytical approach Ivan, thanks for the website.

[@mike94560]

I like the way you tear apart the modules to get to the root cause. Not just swap a bunch of modules until it starts working.

[@mikechiodetti6737]

Ya gatta love intermittents! Sometimes it's just a simple switch problem. Good Job!

[@georgemosqueda7142]

I recently had the same intermittent symptom on my 2006 BMW 330ci and watched a lot of KZbin videos regarding starting issues. Your video nailed my symptoms and made the most sense. I followed your post and cleaned the switch and the car started right up. I did purchase a new one so I will swap it out when it gets to me. I appreciate the step-by-step methodology in the root cause of the issue. I can also add that prior to the car not starting I noticed that the convertible top was also intermittent and then stopped working and then the airbag light came on, this all happened in a span of 3 to 4 weeks. All the problems are now fixed after the switched repair! Thanks for sharing your expertise and continue the great work!

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Thanks for the kind words George! 👍

[@billyyoder8171]

Thank you Ivan. I appreciate your videos.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

My pleasure! I have plenty lined up so get out the popcorn :)

[@billneu9520]

Thanks for your time and knowledge great to see your wife in the video another great learning video Bill N

[@leehodson6843]

fainly the only video on you tube witch actually shows you the fix fantastic love how you shown us the full walkthrough step by step too was nice to watch

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@memphisautodiagnostics4136]

there is no one like you Ivan. no one goes that deep.

[@nathanrspain]

Hans Auto Care That's what she said

[@memphisautodiagnostics4136]

LOl Nathan damn it just hit me ...... Touche '

[@nathanrspain]

Hans Auto Care hahaha

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

hahaha that's a good one xD

[@nathanrspain]

Pine Hollow Auto Diagnostics I've been watching too much of The Office lol

[@playboiyaz6610]

what a legend my god you saved me from having to tow my car from my friends house!!! I am going to get a new one and hopefully it fixes my issue you’ve gained your self a follower😄

[@62ejo]

Ivan the deep ,thxs great workmanship...

[@johnanthony5931]

Bravo! Best video on the infamous bmw no start no crank.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Thank you!

[@jesselyons2002]

7:06 are the moments I wait for in your videos.

[@brainstorm4207]

Hey Ivan you're like a super hero for auto techs. watching your videos has increased my working knowledge 10 fold. i diagnose cars 10x faster than before from watching you do it the right way. You, and Eric O are like Batman and Robin. ill let you two fight over who has to wear the green tights with underwear over them like Robin lol

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Thanks for the positive comment! It really makes my day when these little videos help other people out :)

[@wyattoneable]

That's funny that you went there later and it didn't start, then started with the camera on. The TIS website looks like a great find. Anyone else would have replaced the switch but you always go the extra mile to inspect components and whenever possible fix it. At least we get to see what the inside of the switch looks like. Great diagnostic steps to find the issue.

[@MacCaughey]

Unfortunately the TIS website has been taken down on the instructions of BMW

[@DavidMartinezDC4L]

Appreciate the video, i was about to call in the beamer techs, then last minute i searched for issues like mine and whoa your youtube popped up and the rest is history, saved me hundreds im sure, thank you for the video..appreciate it!

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

My pleasure, David! Feel free to contribute to my PayPal link if the video helped you out :)

[@nasir_adam]

I am happy because this site helped someone and thank you for this helping and teaching channel personally i learned too much from you

[@haywardsautomotive6156]

Nice diagnosis & repair Ivan.

[@TheLordofdrift]

Thank you SO MUCH ! I fixed my ignition switch 1h job !

[@DB-023]

Thanks for posting this Ivan, I really dig your troubleshooting process, I had no crank, intermittent, so figured starter was OK, tackled the ignition switch, looked ok, but after a clean it started, working again, will try it for a few days before buying a new switch if needed, around €80 for a switch here!

[@youbreakemwefixem7209]

Only thing better than a cheap fix is a free one! Good find!

[@sinegra30]

Great fix! Thank you Ivan

[@Happyinvestments]

Awesome video I like how you went to youtube to find info never stop learning 👍

[@salsations1869]

Great job! this really helped me move forward with my problem

[@liviudaniel5082]

nice,you don't give up !nice job done!

[@shopenz]

Same model as mine, i told you there are good bmws. Great job

[@wysetech2000]

Nice job as usual, Ivan.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@ruschman96]

I love the fact that you’ll take a part apart (play on words intended) and really take the time to get to the actual specific problem. Nice work Ivan. Really.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Thanks Daniel! Anyone can replace a part, but you can learn so much more my taking stuff apart ;)

[@diymisfit_Mechanic_UDX404]

7:05 Gawt Damnit it started LOL. Nice troubleshooting.

[@epriiih]

actually laughed there

[@Kro_man_tx]

Your wife is so cute. I've only seen her in a couple videos, just love her nervous laughter being on camera.

[@mmichaeldonavon]

Ivan. Another great one! Damn, they just "keep ah coming." :) Many thanks.

[@marty0715yt]

Sweet Doc Ivan!

[@rw7051]

Thank YOU! I should have know, since this happened to my ford focus. Easy fix, no crank, no start, just lights. Replaced ignition start switch on left side of column. Boom. Fixed. Replaced starter first, out of desperation, laid on my back for 3 days to do that. Your video reminded me about the start switch. On the ford, I was using a screwdriver in that switch to start it. should have known.

[@dickmarshall2853]

Awesome job--keep up the great work.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Will do!

[@The70s_child]

Thanks for a great video. Massive help.

[@wreckloosecibblecaboot]

I need more people like you in my life. I'm tired of being around idiots! good stuff. I own a 2001 330ci zhp. so seeing e46 content on any channel makes me happy! subbed

[@draganraducu]

i have 2005, still a lovely toy. this is a proper video not like others that is just confusing af .

[@laohantun7404]

Thank you Ivan for your selfless efforts, bless your heart.....

[@trevemildren226]

Fabulous video. Thanks.

[@CARRJ142]

Another great video.

[@charlestate4458]

Thank you for sharing the link was very very helpful

[@patrickmorrissey2271]

I love Ivan's reaction, when the car starts.... Hahahahaha! SUCH a great feeling, when it rips & starts.... This is very educational.... In case my Uncle's nightmares didn't make an impression, now Ivan is teaching us to never never never ever never buy a BMW.....

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

haha that was TOO EASY!!

[@Cheepchipsable]

Certainly never buy an old one.

[@adamtrombino106]

Face it Ivan, you were glad the roof and hardcover didn't hit the garage door when you opened it.. Pucker moment.. lol Good vid. I thought for sure it was going to be the immobilizer.

[@tracydiller4492]

Great video Ivan until next time PEACE.

[@baxrok2.]

You're a beast Ivan! You should start another channel and call it, No Parts Required. It will be for fixes just like this. Thanks Ivan!

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Not a bad idea! Keith would unsubscribe LOL

[@MrJulian626]

Bro I swear this video is 100% help full swear everything that is said and done here is same issue with mine been down for a month and driving me crazy miss my bmw 535i a lil differant then this car but as soon as i get home I a try this out weather or not this works for me still helpful and u know your shit bro thumbs up

[@hosein.s2029]

You are awesome. Thank you so much.

[@graymodeler]

King of the mountain!

[@robdog7915]

great job!!

[@jwilliams9794]

Hey man thanks for this video you really did your stuff on this one thank you for

[@haywire17]

Intermittent no crank, no start (He**, intermittent anything drives me nutz...) can be maddening. I have a 2008 Toyota HIghlander we bought in 2010 with only 44Kmi that immediately had this issue. After 4 trips to the dealer (under warranty) and a "New battery'" (I made 'em give me the "bad one" back... the lights didn't even dim, LOL) I got the wiring diagram on CD and fixed myself. Was intermittent starter relay contacts. Again 7 yrs later at 110K, same issue. This time I fabricated a larger 30A made in 'merica relay to take its place, with pigtails to allow to plug in to where the smaller factory relay went. Original "not man enough for job", I guess...Literally about the only trouble I've ever had with this 'Yota.

[@andyfanshawe]

Hi Ivan. Very common problem here in the UK on most BMW's. Changed 3 Z4 ones in a 2 week period with exact symptoms.

[@TheCowgirlNiamh]

Beautiful E46! See, they're not so bad Ivan ;)

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Are you a big BMW fan Niamh? They do have some nice features :)

[@TheCowgirlNiamh]

Haha yes 😂 I have an E46. I'll admit I have a soft spot for those but I love them all, mostly the older generations.

[@kmg22523]

Thank You, It worked!!!! my contacts were very dirty (2007 x3)

[@user-bu6ck1by1l]

My brother your truley the best great job i started to hate my bm for this issue , now iam falling in love again with the beammer , your the best thank you

[@Garth2011]

Great trace down to find the origin of the problem. Those contact points have a hardened surface finish on them so once they pit, you can file them for a temporary fix but after long term use, they will fail again due to the hardness was lost and now a softer material is making the connection. Under engineered contacts for that kind of amperage or the part was defectively manufactured. Considering this engages the starter motor, likely it would be best to replace that part so no one gets stranded. You never know where you will be, a safe or unsafe location, so a reliable ignition switch would be the best practice. Excellent trace and diagnosis ! I wonder how long a BMW dealership would have taken to find this one.

[@Dirtyharry70585]

The BMW runaround! Yah gotta hate those intermittent gremlins.

[@mikle65]

Wow awesome video.

[@stevenlauben8946]

Fixed e46 intermittent start tonight. Thank you thank you thank you thank you!!!

[@Carlostype]

Well done!

[@DaveSender66]

Was hoping you'd find an ice cold lake to jump into to cool off! Hope your summer is going well good to see you buddy!!!!!!

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Good to see you too, Dave!

[@manden22]

Very nice video

[@johnfanale8714]

Well done

[@AP9311]

Hey Ivan, great diagnosis! Great little fix!!! If it were me diagnosing, I would be cursing up and down lol. Funny demo about the seat!!! Haha, poor Amanda! Maybe I'll call you no parts cannon Ivan! Haha lol

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

LOL Josh! That was funny with all the seat buttons hahaha

[@alekstolstoi]

thanks Ivan!!!!!!

[@shaunsautorepairs5410]

Thanks ivan.. Good to see euro stuff on here for the guys lije me in the UK etc. Often my 1st place i look is youtube. Ive checked out that site..some good stuff but a kot of links dont work. But ill try using it when i can.

[@andrewwilgus336]

nice video

[@mrb1864]

A lady walks into a BMW dealership. She browses around, spots the Top-of-the-line Beemer and walks over to inspect it. As she bends over to feel the fine leather upholstery, she inadvertently breaks Wind. Very embarrassed, she looks around nervously to see if anyone has noticed her little accident and prays that a sales person doesn't pop up right now. As she turns around, her worst nightmare materializes in the form of a salesman standing right behind her. Cool as a cucumber and displaying complete professionalism, the salesman greets the lady With, "Good day, Madame. How may we help you today?" Very uncomfortably, but hoping that the salesman may just not have been there at the time of her accident, she asks, "Sir, what is the price of this lovely vehicle?" He answers, "Madam, if you farted just touching it, you are going to shit yourself when I tell you the price."

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

LMAO I just died laughing xD

[@mrb1864]

Have a relaxing day, sunday is no beemer day lol .

[@NoWr2Run]

LMAO ALSO, VERY GOOD SIR.

[@retiredperson4054]

LMBO!

[@mikechiodetti6737]

LOLOLOL!

[@lajocymbalski7589]

Great video. A bit scary for those of us looking under the hood for the first time

[@christianventura4156]

Just watched the video, and, thought, because of this issue, perhaps, that's why bmw switched to key fobes? Great vid

[@rogeriomartins7896]

Thank you thank you thank you ,fantastic !! I think my BMW X.3 has the same problem thanks again !!!!!

[@thomasclancy7168]

Did you fix it? I replaced my igniton switch but thd problem persists

[@ozzstars_cars]

Ivan I was going to call you and suggest you remove your shirt in order to find the problem and get the car fixed but then at the 10 min mark in the video you did the right thing! 😁🤣😁

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

I was thinking to myself...what would Glen do? What's next....yoga pants? xD

[@ozzstars_cars]

Ivan I would have immediately suggested you go with the triple stitched Kevlar reinforced crotch design. In a tough diagnosis the more protection from back door entry the better your chances of repair success! LOL

[@Micko350]

I actually laughed out loud Glen! 😅

[@charlesmiller5078]

Component Level Repair, no board swappers around here I tell you.

[@elpuerco6059]

You’re awesome, dude. Let the haters hate. You’re common sense diagnostic abilities are impressive. Off topic, what is DRAMM?

[@rayrowe2664]

workin commando in the garage

[@jetjazz05]

The solder in the relay for the high beam headlights in a Saab cracks (basically all 90s and 2000s), the darn thing is like 80 bucks new, but thankfully you can resolder it and it's good for another 10-15 years lol.

[@CoolantWhisperer]

Common problem on the E46. Didn’t even have to watch the video to know it’s the ignition switch on a no crank no start situation with a known good battery. No diagnosis needed. Part is $55 online. Takes minutes to install.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

"No diagnosis needed"...that's like the whole purpose of this channel lol!

[@jason.arthur.taylor]

Actually pine hollow your video is very bad since it should have a segment saying where to go to in the video to know what the problem was. It should also say where in the description. In real life the other things probably don't matter to many.

[@alanwilson2073]

GENIUS!!!!

[@seemeinabmw]

Thanks man

[@hammondautollc7809]

I totally agree with wyattoneable. I find it odd that the two parts that you looked at were that easy to take apart usually they're Non-serviceable parts pretty cool you fixed the car without buying parts I'm sure the owner appreciates it.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

I was pleasantly surprised as well! Maybe BMWs aren't all that bad lol

[@williamdalzell4085]

first class fault finding

[@JoelAutomotiveInaction]

good diagnostic and information appreciated , you got 11 haters now jajaj

[@FredFlintstone21]

It's like a tdi vw, it knows it's being tested, then performs differently (starts in this case)

[@ahmediqbal716]

🤯 was me but after I get your channel 🥳

[@bigmac965]

That seat adjustment sequence was a riot! Man, you should bring Mrs. Ivan into your videos more often. Her laughing made me laugh! Great! (Honorable mention sequence: "See, the car won't start right now. Look, I'll turn the key... (Car starts..) "#$%! %&#@!." ) Hehehehehe.. Thanks, Ivan!

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

hahaha glad I caught that moment on camera ;)

[@electronmarkboggess63]

Intermittent issues are the worse!!! last I had was on a jeep wrangler took me 2 days to recreate condition.. ended up being a TIPMs.....go figure right?? awesome video Ivan!!

[@majetoJESUS]

WOW They should have a website like that for very make and model world wide :P

[@sikandarmirza69]

Man u r my favourite