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    Steering lock/ignition problem

    Sometimes I have a problem that they can not start the car with the key. Then I remove the key from the ignition, reinsert and then start it normally.

    Are you proposing that I replace only the ignition swith or full steering lock with cylindar, key and ignition switch ?

    Cheers.



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    How about trying an electric cleaner spray into the key/cylinder?

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    Quote Originally Posted by aaverhulst View Post
    How about trying an electric cleaner spray into the key/cylinder?
    Ok, I will try that!

    Thanks!

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    thing you can do is remove the steering column cover and clean the contacts on the ign switch. while in there you can check for possible broken wire. if that isn't the problem. would suggest getting a new coded key ordered from the dealership. After a while the key wears down and no longer match the tumber well.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Ceekers View Post
    After a while the key wears down and no longer match the tumber well.
    This also came to my mind.

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    It could be just the "tumbler" - I changed one a few years ago - not too difficult.

    https://www.bavauto.com/bmw-ignition-switch-32321152474

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    Quote Originally Posted by 95BMWIC View Post
    It could be just the "tumbler" - I changed one a few years ago - not too difficult.

    https://www.bavauto.com/bmw-ignition-switch-32321152474
    I use Wurt contact spray and for now, it is ok. But, I'll follow state!

    Thanks for the advices!


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