Q: Car won't start don't know why 2005 BMW X5
I have a 05 BMW x5 that I changed the alternator battery and ignition switch but still won't start. I turn the key and everything in the car comes on but the car doesn't crank I would love to know what the problem Is possibly
My car has 115000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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