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      09-29-2008, 10:52 PM   #14
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Originally Posted by nj335i View Post
Forgot about that... I guess it's easy to forget when you can't normally see the keyhole.



I believe the Attache can operate with switched power, but because I have comfort access, they told me that it has to be on constant power.
I was going to ask if you have CA. The key has a battery that needs to be recharged, and to do that you need to leave it in the ignition/key-slot once in a while. If the key does not have proper charge, then it will not be able to transmit the internal codes to by-pass the starter disabler, and you won't be able to start the car. Try leaving your key in the ignition for a while if you can and then see if that helps.
http://www.bmw.com/com/en/insights/t...ic_immobiliser

If it's not that, then bring the battery in to Autozone to get checked, and if it gets checked out OK then its most likely and alternator/starter issue and bring it into the dealer!
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