Ignition Lock Sticks (32 02 99)

Publication date: 1999-12-01
Reference number: 32 02 99

IGNITION LOCK STICKS

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): 32 02 99, Date of Issue: February, 1999

IGNITION LOCK STICKS

Model(s): 1992-1995 BMW 325i, 325is

1992-1997 BMW 318i, 318is

1994-1995 BMW 325iC

1994-1997 BMW 318iC

1995-1997 BMW 318ti, M3

1996-1997 BMW 328i, 328is, 328iC, Z3

E36 produced prior to 5/97

Group: 32 - Steering and Wheel Alignment

Bulletin No.: 32 02 99

Date: February, 1999

SITUATION

Customers may complain about the ignition lock sticking on E36s produced prior to 5/97.

CAUSE

The ignition switch fails to return fully to the stop when the car is turned off. This prevents the lock from turning readily when a restart is attempted.

CORRECTION

The ignition switches were redesigned in 5/97 to include a spring to ensure that the switch returns fully.

PROCEDURE

In case of customer complaint, replace the ignition switch per Repair Instructions 61 31 020.

PARTS INFORMATION

Please refer to EPC for correct switch part number based on production date of car. Two screws, part number 32 30 1 159 449, are also required.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Covered under the terms of the BMW New Car Limited Warranty.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Defect Code	Labor Operation	Parts Allowance
61 32 91 34 00	61 31 020 (Refer to Flat Rate Manual)	One ignition switch per EPC 32 30 1 159 449 Screw (2)