Ignition cylinder lock barrel contact shaft

Bob T

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The shaft inside the steering lock assembly that runs between the ignition lock cylinder and the ignition switch broke in my 2003 Z4. This seems to be a common problem in BMW's, and there is a replacement part available for E34, 36 & 39, but I can't find a replacement for E85. Most places say I have to buy the whole assembly, $150-170. The original shaft is easy to remove, so I don't understand why a replacement is so hard to find. Any suggestions?


Thanks,

Bob


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