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Originally Posted by upallnight
The OP never identified his model X5. Since he noted that the key didn't return to the start position when he let go of the key, but continue to cranks the engine I'm assuming that this was something new to him. On my previous X5 3.0I the key would always return to the run position once I let go of it from the start position. I am only assuming that he also has a 3.0I engine X5.
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If you take out the key does the starter keep cranking ?
I had a shorted solenoid coil last year on my starter and once I engaged the starter, it would not stop unless i disconnected the main battery ground.
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2003 4.6, esotril blue, over 215,000KM. Every previous owner failed to keep up the vehicle maintenance. Restoration project.
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