Will not even start with starter fluid?

2002 BMW 540I
160,000 MILES • 4.4L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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SMOKUSPOKUS
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Won't start fuel injectors aren't working we had to hot wire fuel pump but still won't even start with starter fluid attempts to start when we choke the intake by hand but still doesn't.
Feb 2, 2024 at 11:12 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

If the starting fluid doesn't change how it reacts, I need you to check to see if there is spark at the plugs.

Here is a link that explains how that is done:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-for-ignition-spark

Let me know what you find.

Joe
Feb 2, 2024 at 9:44 PM