car wont start , no power to starter , alarm went to the store came back and wont start , possible

1999 BMW 840
105,000 MILES
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SHOCWAVE
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when you lock the doors with remote lights flash , but when u unlock no lights flash , i jumped the starter with ignition on , but engine did not fire . any clues . i think it might have to do with the factory alarm
Feb 22, 2012 at 1:50 AM
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BILLYMAC
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yes you are right the factory alarm has malfuntioned. try and unlock passenger door with key and try to start
Feb 22, 2012 at 2:26 AM
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SHOCWAVE
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this model does not have a passenger door lock
Feb 22, 2012 at 11:11 AM
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BILLYMAC
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ok you will have to see the dealer to get the proper alarm reset info
Feb 22, 2012 at 1:30 PM
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