BMW Ignition Switch Removal and Replacement DIY E53 X5

[@BIMMERZEITT]

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[@tenochxipilli6715]

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[@miceinoz1181]

8 Years later, and this info is still useful to me. Thanks, a good detailed explanation.

[@meetjames3914]

It should be noted that once you insert the new ignition switch you can test to make sure the key goes in and turns before tightening the two precision screws back in. IF YOUR KEY WONT TURN you ended up like me with everything back together and the ignition switch just slightly off center. You need to adjust the two tiny screws and you can test that you have the switch in the correct position by putting the key in and making sure it turns properly before tightening.

[@MrElectroDan]

I didn't have this problem? I just did the small screws up tight, making sure the ignition switch was on flush.

[@vajindertaak3158]

Had the airbag light, seatbelt light, dome light turning on/off, no horn or steering wheel controls, no radio, no wipers and eventually the car not starting intermittently issues on my '06 E53. Checked Google and found clock spring issue, but more results pointed to the ignition switch. Easier to change so bought one two days ago and it worked. Had to squeeze it in as the after market one (£18.99 Amazon) was about a tenth of a mm bigger. PLEASE note the orientation of the white center piece. I had to rotate it to match the original. All issues resolved. Thanks for the clear instructions!

[@cycleracer3112]

this may be the clearest picture video of a car repair I've ever seen haha. using a DSLR?

[@BIMMERZEITT]

Thanks! I filmed this on a Canon G7X

[@cfoote2667]

2003 X5 owner here, thank you for the heads up on the odd T-27 size, would have been my luck stripping the bolt with a T-25. Amazing how a little module can affect so much in a car. Cheers.

[@JGV_IX]

Such a beautiful car! To this day it is still my favorite BMW (and I drive a X6). I just watched the video to see the beautiful interior! Thanks for that!

[@BIMMERZEITT]

Johannes Vorster thanks Johannes! Keep subscribed I’ll have a buyers guide for this X5 coming soon... 😉

[@purplecty740]

Why was this replaced? What symptoms were you having?

[@MrElectroDan]

Thanks for this video, I did this job today. Hardest part by far was getting the bosch bolt out above the ignition switch. My small socket wrench would only just about fit, but as the bolt undid there was hardly any space. I managed it somehow though!

[@dickchow6850]

i take out the switch and clean up the contact inside the switch to try and it work; i can't buy part on satursday; i would change it when i buy it on weekday; thanks again

[@KonWaiLuen]

Curious to know what symptoms or error codes did you see to prompt this change? I just got a Code 90 on my E39's OBC Test 14, and forums have pointed me to the ignition switch as a likely culprit.

[@gregoryeditor]

Very neat and concise. Thank you. I now have the confidence to do it myself.

[@dickchow6850]

thank you for your video; i stuck at how to remove the switch; now i know it thanks again

[@perolausson8091]

I had the tale tell sign of an ignition module fault, airbag light on, no buttons work on the steering wheel, random seat occupancy seat belt warning, no aircon. The vanity mirror test would cause the airbag light to switch off. In my case however there was no need (so far) to change the switch, rather the fault was caused by the lower black trim behind the steering wheel glitching, ie not attached flush but with a slight gap. Pushing it up so that it is flush removes all symptoms.

[@gary-david1769]

Need a video on complete removal of the ignition, to include the ignition lock housing. I've got a no crank Key unlocks & locks doors. It's fine on 1st position, fine on second position but absolutely no response in start position. It has done this before and I would simply turn the key back, pull it out and flip it over, then put it in and it would start right up. The power key FOB has not work for 2yrs. since it got ran over, but the key worked. It stranded me 2 weeks ago so I left it overnight. The next day it started right up. I got it home and later went to start and nothing so I got out, locked & unlocked the car, opened and shut a couple of the doors. Then I put key into the 2nd position & put the power widows down. It started. I went somewhere and it started fine to leave. Now it won't start no matter how much i mess with it. I have a new key that will be here tomorrow. If it doesn't work, do you think the switch was progressively getting worse?

[@Shas4Ever]

I just bought BMW 2002 4.6IS and it's crank, but no start. Can you help me guide what could be wrong to my vehicle? Thanks

[@ReyRios-fr9pi]

Do you need to reclock the switch inner mechanism to align with the key in the off position? Or do you insert the key and click in order for the male and female connection to engage and be aligned with the tabs?

[@NeyTejeda]

Hi; On these days I went to work on my 2003 x5 3.0i very well, then when I finished my work at 3:30 pm the vehicle did not want to turn on and all its lights and radio was okay, it could have passed to the vehicle. Please BIMMER ZEIT you can explain something to me. Thank you.

[@abro9598]

Cool! Did you have to re zip tie the wires?

[@peterrichard3706]

How did u determine this ? I got a 325xi. Key is on all the time. Even off. Juice to starter. Won't do nothing. I feel it's the switch

[@bobkoch3697]

great video fixed my car as I watched

[@jeancarlosantiago5326]

My bmw x5 2005 i remove the key and the ignition dont turn off

[@uncleeddie152]

Did you disconnect the battery before performing the the replacement?

[@calebkulujili1395]

Hie, i have a similar problem, my e53 3.0i, when i put the key and position 2, the EML light does not come, and when it does that, the car does not start, then i have to wait between 3-10 min. Changed cranckshaft sensor, changed battery, but it still happens, especially when i have driven it for some time. Any idea?

[@HostageAsker]

Hey man did you ever get these problems fixed? If so, i was wondering about the crankshaft sensor.. did you replace it yourself? If so got any advice for me on how to go about that?

[@steveochry4047]

One thing I would add when you put in the new switch make sure it is clock to properly it needs to match the position of the receiving end steering column there are three positions you need to make sure the switch is matched to the steering column or you will have problems

[@anthonywright5929]

how did you know this was the problem? Did it just crank?

[@dennismendoza1124]

Nice day. I need to ask you a question, to connect again in Swich of ignition as it should restart the computer, because friends I cut off the supply of gasoline, ie the X5 has but does not start. I hope you can help me.

[@guy4469]

ive just done mine 728i but i checked it worked before i put it back together ,it was fine it cost me £ 12.00 job done bmw wanted £86.00 + vat .20 minute job .

[@titigutuerrez8288]

thank you very much your video helped me a lot and can star my x5...ws the ignition switch...thanks again

[@JohansenProductions]

Great video. It worked. Thanks.

[@aznpridekr]

Battery doesn't stay charged when engine is running, then car loses power slowly, then brake, dsg, 4x4, trans safe light came on. Then i turned off the engine and car cannot be started when i try to turn the engine on, No cranking. So, i called triple AAA and they started the car up with self jump charger. Then 2 days later, same thing happened again and car won't start again.its not alternator because alternator was replaced to new one 6 month ago. Is it bad IGNITION SWITCH or BAD BATTERY? 2004 bmw x5 3.0i

[@jamirrorquai]

Yosup Kim parasitic battery drain usually caused by the radio turning itself on when the car is shut down Remove the ration fuse and see if that cures it

[@nutsenmai]

It could still be the alternator. Sometimes they don't put the correct one in the first (two) times! Had this happen with my 2005 e53. The second one worked like a charm. 😊

[@radurotaru6332]

Hi guys.i looking switch plastic bracket.where I can buy one online and how its call

[@Doityourself-likeme]

In my 2006 BMW X5 when I turn the ignition to the on position it’s continuously is cranking the starter but no start and the temperature gauge immediately goes all the way to the red at the same time. Do you have any ideas what it is? Tia

[@nickboeshore7280]

Did u ever fix this issue mine is doing the same

[@Doityourself-likeme]

@@nickboeshore7280 It’ suddenly stop doing that and I haven’t had a problem since. Sorry I couldn’t help you

[@patricwell8335]

What was your issue or symptoms

[@alexander17venezuela]

I have a bmw x5 e53 and I would like to install a power button. Does anyone know of any video that they do?

[@KrazzyHouse]

What about the current key will that fit the new switch

[@vajindertaak3158]

Key has nothing to do with switch. Changed mine and works fine.

[@ronaldslager1714]

My X5 has a code that says: Supply Voltage Pin 15.. Is that the ignition switch?? I have trouble starting it every morning. Cranks 3 times then starts..

[@user-eq9vc9xp8b]

My problem exactly. Did you figure it out?

[@noelennz]

Thank you for the detailed DIY. Unfortunately, BMW advised they do not carry this part anymore but they can get it for me at AUD$211.00. Don’t really have a choice.

[@BIMMERZEITT]

Noel Espinola order it from the US $50

[@nnj9319]

always check with FCP euro , they got a lot

[@duaneborder]

Excellent Job.

[@brianlynch2512]

Well done, thank you!!!

[@choleckcholeck1359]

To lo e cambiado y funcionaba bien al apagar el coche y arrancarlo ya no dava ni contacto

[@emmanuelkeyounya4027]

Hi Can you please tell me the color of the wire turn signal light and centralisation motor lock and unlook

[@BIMMERZEITT]

Emmanuel Keyounya I’m sorry I don’t have it. You can check wiring diagrams online

[@judyalcantara1846]

I have ordered an ignition switch for a BMW X5 2004 but the part we receive is slightly different then the part switch we are trying to replace. Are there two different ignition switches for our BMW model that are being sold? If so, does anyone no where I can get them both?

[@BIMMERZEITT]

Judy send me an email at [e-mail]

[@DanReVanced]

There are 2 for anyone still to buy one; 61326901961 and 61326901962. The latter is for my 2004 E53 X5 4.8iS. Make sure you get the right one.

[@ntmhmt8012]

Thank you

[@titigutuerrez8288]

hi i have x5 2003 i whas used yesterday and rnow wont star..any help ..thanks

[@BIMMERZEITT]

Hey Titi, it could be a number of things. Does the engine crank over? The first step is to check the battery and make sure it is 100%. If the battery is old or weak (leave a light on or electronics plugged in?) the car will not start. BMW's are particularly sensitive to weak batteries due to the heavy load placed on them from the electronics in the cars.

[@TU154B1]

Thanks man!

[@meetjames3914]

I replaced this and the key doesn't work anymore.. Any idea why?

[@feaqs]

You must make sure that the new switch is aligned just like the old switch. If it is not...the key blade won't go all the way into the switch (from the barrel side). If you look at the end of the switch (you can see the little white thingy at approx 3:20 into the video), you can compare the two (old vs new) switches to see if they are in the same alignment.

[@beardedgrandpagaming798]

I'm changing mine tomorrow maybe.

[@BIMMERZEITT]

+Thomas Whiting Good luck! It's a pretty easy job, takes about 20 minutes start to finish.

[@bahrainson6344]

hi when i take the key out of my 2003 x5 the car still running why?

[@jamirrorquai]

Bahrain son bad earth from the starter motor You’ll probably find that putting it into reverse when the key is out will shut it off

[@e30yadig]

Thanks bro this damn x5 always breaking

[@ronaldslager1714]

What year is this X5 ??

[@BIMMERZEITT]

2005

[@ronaldslager1714]

@@BIMMERZEITT it looks almost new!! I have a 2006 X5 with exact interior and the service centers are always surprised to see a Beige interior instead of Black interior on my Silver X5!!

[@TheAtlasturco]

how much that cost?

[@BIMMERZEITT]

Hey Luis, here's a link to the new switch: amzn.to/1o4kCXI

[@TheAtlasturco]

Thank you

[@topnews1007]

Good job, but you should have started up the car.

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[@tenochxipilli6715]

Thank you