Re: <02> Won't run unless starter is engaged

[Im4BMW@xxxxxxx]

In a message dated 8/21/01 12:24:40 PM Eastern Daylight Time, 
owner-bmw-digest@domain.elided writes:

<< My '75 2002 won't keep running unless the starter is engaged. It dies as 
soon 
 as I release the key. Wires had been ripped out of the coil and the spark 
 plug wires had been yanked with enough force to break the distributer cap. I 
 replaced the plug wires and cap and checked /repaired the other wires going 
 to the coil. Any ideas or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
  >>

Sounds like the ignition switch may be bad....also, check all grounds.  Also, 
a post to the 2002 Message Board may get you some further advice...
http://www.bimmer.org/2002/messages/

HTH,

John Weese
BMW CCA #76646

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