My car finally died today - The Unofficial BMW M5 Messageboard (m5board.com)

GregC · 20th April 2005, 04:23

I was having issues with the car not turning over at startup.It might on the first,it might on the second try and it may take as many as 6 key-off key-on to get it to turn over.When it would it would start immediately.Everytime it would act up and the stealer couldn't see it for a few days so I thought that since it would still start I'd book it in and take it in when thay could see it because a loaner was "out of the question for 4 weeks"

Well at the golf course today after playing it would not start regardless of whatever I tried.Called roadside and had to get a ride home then return when they showed to open the car and load onto a flatdeck.

No I'm without wheels for who knows how long.

I'm pissed...everyone at the golf course watching my expensive BMW being hauled away...

Could it be a clutch or lockout switch of some type ?

e39m5nut · 20th April 2005, 04:27

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Originally Posted by GregC

I was having issues with the car not turning over at startup.It might on the first,it might on the second try and it may take as many as 6 key-off key-on to get it to turn over.When it would it would start immediately.Everytime it would act up and the stealer couldn't see it for a few days so I thought that since it would still start I'd book it in and take it in when thay could see it because a loaner was "out of the question for 4 weeks"

Well at the golf course today after playing it would not start regardless of whatever I tried.Called roadside and had to get a ride home then return when they showed to open the car and load onto a flatdeck.

No I'm without wheels for who knows how long.

I'm pissed...everyone at the golf course watching my expensive BMW being hauled away...

Could it be a clutch or lockout switch of some type ?

I think the clutch lockout switch could easily be the culpret. I'm sure the dealer will find the solution and get you back in your ride very soon.

I do have to admit that I'd feel similar embarassment about having the car towed. But, things happen...

Good luck

--Mike

WannaM5 · 20th April 2005, 04:53

I had a similar problem with one of my other cars due to a bad starter.

blue max · 20th April 2005, 05:09

I had the same problem a while back. It turned out to be a very simple issue.

...are you ready?

Try using the spare key

It took several trips to the dealer before they figured out the key (coded driveaway) was defective.

Let us know how you make out.

Terk · 20th April 2005, 05:18

Greg,

I had a similar problem with one of my 740's, and as blue max just indicated, it ended up being my key. Sure caused some grief at my dealership.

Regards,
T.

GregC · 20th April 2005, 05:21

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Originally Posted by Terk

Greg,

I had a similar problem with one of my 740's, and as blue max just indicated, it ended up being my key. Sure caused some grief at my dealership.

Regards,
T.

Thanks guys..If the dealer doesn't pick up on it I'll show them what you taught me

El_Mono · 20th April 2005, 13:33

If they total it, I got dibs on the birch trim :P

PCUT · 20th April 2005, 13:34

Look on the bright side- when was the last time you were golfing in Edmonton in April ( outside of the occasional Chinook blast)??

GregC · 20th April 2005, 17:01

El -Mono...Hah...ok

GregC · 20th April 2005, 17:02

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Originally Posted by PCUT

Look on the bright side- when was the last time you were golfing in Edmonton in April ( outside of the occasional Chinook blast)??

You/re absolutely correct..weather is fantastic !!

GregC · 21st April 2005, 04:42

Ok..here's the lowdown,

BlueMax and Terk..You boys got it right...Bad key...but on your advice I brought in my never used spare key otherwise I doubt the dealer would have called it...

Check engine light was low voltage so I think the battery was/is also pooched.I'll pick the car up tomorrow..another note..the dealer also decided to take the opportunity to change the oil and brake fluid stating a service was overdue. Better not be any charges for these.....

Will advise