Q: BMW 03' 330XI turns over wont start

asked by on March 11, 2018

Car cranks no issue. Plenty of fuel in tank. wont start after repeated attempts. Seems like fuel not reaching engine. checked fuse for fuel pump and 20 amp fuse is fine. I cannot figure out. car disabled in parking garage. 03' 330XI in great shape otherwise. any ideas?

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