Fully removing the lock tumbler and the steering column, shaft on bmw e36 all models

[@justlovekera]

question, my key was spinning so much it became unable to crank the car. my tumbler was broken trying to take it out. what do i need to replace just the tumbler and the steering column housing? And since its a chip cants i just take the chip from my old key and put in new one?

[@cya3651]

How did you remove that small C ring from the grove. You didn’t show how you got it off. Thx

[@BavarianBadBoy]

Just with a screwdriver lift it off

[@cya3651]

Hope this help someone. Removing The top snap ring was very difficult. I’ve tried a screw driver & hammer and other KZbin methods but did not work. I finally got it off using a snap ring removal plier (Harbor freight). Put the plier in between the snap ring opening and squeeze the plier to expand the snap ring as far as possible then place a large screwdriver flat head at the back of the snap ring and slowly pry it off the groove. REINSTALL TIP: 1. Put everything back in order. 2. But install the final big ring (that has a grove that goes over the snap ring) backward so the side with a grove is facing you. 3. Put the steering wheel on and start to tighten down with the big screw. the steering wheel will press the snap ring into place. Super easy!!!! 4. Don’t forget to takeoff the steering wheel and reposition the big ring in the correct direction. Reinstall the steering wheel. Done

[@BavarianBadBoy]

nice one bud!

[@percussionislife2341]

OK o I was stuck on that ring👌👌👌thank you

[@BavarianBadBoy]

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