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Ignition warn out how do i repair it? - 1998 BMW 5 Series

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If you can get the key out, flip it over, or try a different key.

Most of us end up removing the whole housing because getting the lock cylinder out of the housing when it is 13 years old is nearly impossible. In theory, you can push a stiff wire or drill bit into the hole in the lock face when the key is turned to the second click and you should be able to release the lock cylinder. Works with a new lock and housing. Does not work with an old one for some reason.

To replace the housing, you will need to remove the steering wheel. Disconnect the battery several minutes before disconnecting the air bag. You will need to remove the plastic cover from around the steering column. It is hard to take off and harder to put back on. Takes about three hands to get everything back in the right position all at once.

When you pull off your steering wheel, be careful not to damage the clock spring connection for the air bag, and note carefully the orientation and position of the two bushings. They are easy to put back wrong, and if you do, the steering wheel will rub.

Be sure to lube your top steering shaft bearing while you have the housing off.

A dremel tool works well to cut slots in the security bolts. Then a short straight blade screwdriver bit turned with a small ratcheting box end wrench is the easiest way to unscrew them.

You will probably want a new key to go with your new lock because the key is probably pretty worn as well.

A short piece of 3/4" PVC pipe pressed down by the steering shaft nut is the best way to put the snap ring back in its notch in the steering shaft

New lock cylinder + new lock cylinder housing + new key = $$$ Many of us with 90s vintage BMWs have felt your pain.

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Audible Warnings Description and Operation
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Step
Action
Yes
No
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Connector End View Reference: Master Electrical Component List in Wiring Systems
1
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2
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3
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4
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5
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7
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9
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10
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11
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12
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13
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14
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Safety Belt Warning Chime
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--
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--
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--
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3
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--
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--
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--
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8
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--
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