Turn steering wheel hard back and forth while trying to turn key sounds like the steering lock tab causing problem
SOURCE: Key will not turn
Spray some WD40 into the lock and see if that helps but it sounds like the key is starting to wear. This is caused by putting too many things on the key chain and it wears a lot faster
SOURCE: steering wheel getting locked up
I think it is a common problem that while the power steering relaxes and the tyres find a comfortable spot to sit on the road, after you've parked, the steering mechanism can push against the steering lock in the ignition switch. Usually the steering wheel needs a bit of a jiggle while you turn the key. If you were to engage park brake, release foot brake and let go of steering wheel before turning off ignition, it may settle better for you.
SOURCE: steering wheel and ignition look 1992 bmw 525i
Sorry I have not done a BMW but steering wheels usually require a puller to remove from the spline.
I have mostly worked on *** cars and the steering lock and key are removed without the steering wheel removed. The lock assembly attaches around the steering column, and is held on by some tamperproof bolts which break the hex off on installation, so you are left with round heads that look like rivets, I use a small chisel or punch to get them turning, it may be possible to drill the heads off as well, Sorry again if my info only relates to japanese cars, but hopfully I helped with the steering wheel removal.
SOURCE: when i try to start my bmw the key wont turn
The steering will have a few degrees of play, even when locked. Pull the wheel down(or up whicheer is easier) and turn the key.
The steering lock jams the key in there. If the wheel is turned to the left, turn it further to the left and turn the key.
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