2003 BMW 540i starter motor problem?

[mbouwer]

Hi guys

I have a problem. My 540 sometimes makes a weird sound when I start up - reckon it's the starter motor running with the engine?

What would a reasonable price be to get it fixed??

Here is the link please guys take a listen and reply! shotto! :thumbsup:

 

[P1000]

First check and see if the starter is properly fastened. Jandre bought a new starter for his E34, when it was making strange noises, only to find the noises was from the starter being loose when he wanted to fit the new one. (Have not listened yet - BW restriction)

 

[Jandre]

Had a starter problem with my e34 540 the other day. Bought a new starter and flexplate, and then it turned out that the actual starter was loose, and was slipping when it engaged.

Didn't need the starter or the flexplate.

Now the noise that I got was different from yours, but it will cost you nothing to first make sure that the starter is securely fastened.

Failing that you will have to remove the starter to inspect it.

Now a lot of people say that a worn starter can destroy the flexplate, so I would recommend you attend to this ASAP. Sommer die naweek.

To replace the flexplate is a bitch, cause the gearbox needs to come out.

 

[zaleonardz]

and if the gearbox is out, you may as well put a manual in its place.... imp:

 

[mbouwer]

Haha! Ok Leonard.... you know where I can find that manual box? I'm in BLoemfontein now but I'm moving to Midrand end of Feb so I'm hoping to check all the JHB boys' cars!!:excited:

Anyways... figured it out. It was the bendix drive that was shot so I replaced it and VOILA! R350 for the part.