Steering Lock on E36 Compact

[L19JGB]

Hi
The steering lock has broken on my sons E36 Compact.
Something has broken or come adrift between the ignition barrell and the switch at the other end of the lock. The key just goes round & round, the shaft that operates the ignition switch does not turn with the key.
I have been given another steering lock from an earlier car which does not have the transponder for the immobiliser, I'd also like to use the original key.

How do I remove the barrel? I see there is a hole at the side of the barrel but cannot see how to free the barrel.

Any advice would be gratefully received. Many thanks

[gareth]

on a E36, if you don't use the right key, or don't get it in right, the barrel spins round to prevent it being forced.

maybe just try a bit of lube and work the key in and out a bit?

[L19JGB]

Just want to bring this back to the front as there has only been one reply

[gareth]

take it you had no luck then?

[DanThe]

Its been diverted Gareth http://www.e30zone.net/modules.php?name ... c&t=146863

[gareth]

but of course, two threads for the same thing?

[L19JGB]

take it you had no luck then?

Correct. I thought there would be loads of replies telling me how to remove the barrel but I've had no response.

If any of you do know how to do it but dont want to post it on here please PM me

Many thanks

[DanThe]

There are videos on youtube, turn the key to position 1 and insert a small nail or 1mm drill bit into the hole, once its gone in far enough you can withdraw the barrel

[DanThe]

BTW, if you need a steering lock housing just ask