• Home
• New Cars
• Certified Cars
• Used Cars
• Car Reviews
• Tips & Advice
• Car Loans
• Auto Insurance
• Forums
• Local Services

Question

Question Details

Asked: Nov 21, 2008 - 03:27 PM

Status: Closed

cwp1970

I just bought a 1994 BMW 525i. I love driving the car but for some odd reason I can't get the key out of the ignition.

When I turn the car off I'm only able to turn the key to position 1 not all the way to position zero so that I can remove it. If anyone has any suggestions that can save me from bringing it to the shop I would appreciate it. Thank you.

In Makes & Models > BMW > 5 Series
In Maintenance & Repair > Electrical > Ignition
1 answer - 224 days ago

Watch this Question | Email to a Friend

Report it

Note: Per our Visitor Agreement, Edmunds.com does not guarantee the accuracy of any answers. We recommend that you use common sense when following any advice found here.

Answers

mr_shiftright

Date: Nov 21, 2008
Time: 06:32 PM

Edit Answer (for another 15 minutes)

1. Jiggle the steering wheel

2. If you have another spare key, try that one and see what happens

3. Try some graphite lock lubricant (NOT WD-40!!! NOT OIL!!!)

4. If all else fails, replace the lock cylinder.

0

0

Report it