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2000 BMW 523 engine management light

Tiny
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Yesterday we had to have our car jump started, it seemed ok after that, I tried it this morning and it started, but when I tried it later it wouldnt start and I noticed the engine management light is now on
Friday, March 14th, 2014 AT 1:42 PM

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Tiny
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The battery needs to be fully charged, load tested, and the charging system tested after that
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Friday, March 14th, 2014 AT 3:02 PM
Tiny
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Do u mean the alternator
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Friday, March 14th, 2014 AT 3:33 PM
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Yes. The alternator should put out no less than 13.5 V with all of the electronic accessories on at idle
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Sunday, March 16th, 2014 AT 6:56 AM
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Ok, thank you
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Sunday, March 16th, 2014 AT 8:10 AM
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You're welcome
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Sunday, March 16th, 2014 AT 9:18 AM

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