starter constantly spinning?

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320stu
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Post Sat Jul 24, 2010 3:14 pm

Sorry this isnt about my E30 but I also have a '98 318is that wont start and has a motor that is running all the time even when the ignition is off, the only way I can turn it off is to disconect the battery?

I went to start the car and this wining motor started and then wouldnt stop!? Someone said it might be the starter motor spinning and not engaging? I cant even see the starter, where is it??

Hope that makes sence??

Again sorry its not about my E30 but Im really stuck at the moment
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Post Sat Jul 24, 2010 3:18 pm

Sounds like the solenoid is jammed. Find the starter, then belt it with a hammer!
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Post Sat Jul 24, 2010 3:38 pm

thats what I think, but I cant see the starter :o:
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Post Sat Jul 24, 2010 4:12 pm

Its on the passangers side of the bellhousing. You might have to do it from underneath