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2011 328i only starts when key fob in ignition port


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The key fob is not being recognized when in my pocket to unlock doors or start.  I have to depress the 'unlock button' several times to unlock the doors.  also, will not start unless actually in the ignition port...I replaced the battery twice...still no joy!

HELP!!

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Morning Bill

Not heard this one before so more trying to think out loud what would be the reason.

First my brother inlaw has a 5 series his last one had a similar issue multiple pushes to unlock or lock the car. He brought a new key from BMW (their suggestion) no difference. My BMW Specialist diagnosed the antenna in the rear spoiler apparently a known issue he took it out stripped it dried out the interior and re-soldered a couple of joints resealed it with a hot glue gun issue fixed. Worth a check on yours water getting in somewhere.

I have also read of the stop/start buttons having issues 

Have you had a diagnostic session with a garage or someone who has the software?

Hope this helps

Dave

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Dave -

thanks for the response!  I have not taken it to a experienced garage yet...I was just given it, a 2011 with 30,000 miles...it DOES leak a bit above the driver's seat, it is a hard-top convertible...there is a good indy garage that specializes in German autos...they will be my next stop!

I see you are a 'Weimer guy'... I have Deutsch Kurzhaar's. 😉

 

thanks again!

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Morning Bill

The antenna issue was well known on the 5 touring didn't show up on a scan but still worth checking

On our 11th generation of Wei's got the first one in 74. The black dog is a Shorthair took her on as a 10 month rehome to much prey drive and a dozy owner, she's 11 now and thinks she is a Greydog 

Dave

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