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1997 BMW 740il wont start clicking under hood?

There are a few potential causes for a 1997 BMW 740il to make a clicking noise under the hood and not start:

- Dead battery: If the battery is dead, it will not be able to provide enough power to start the engine. Check the battery connections to make sure they are clean and tight. If the battery is old, it may need to be replaced.

- Bad starter: The starter is responsible for turning the engine over. If the starter is bad, it will not be able to engage the flywheel and start the engine.

- Faulty ignition switch: The ignition switch is responsible for sending power to the starter. If the ignition switch is faulty, it will not be able to send power to the starter and the engine will not start.

- Bad fuel pump: The fuel pump is responsible for delivering fuel to the engine. If the fuel pump is bad, it will not be able to deliver enough fuel to the engine and the engine will not start.

To troubleshoot the problem, you will need to determine which component is causing the clicking noise. You can do this by listening carefully to the noise and trying to identify the location where it is coming from. Once you have identified the component, you can then inspect it for damage or wear. If you are not comfortable inspecting the components yourself, you can take your car to a mechanic.