my ignition locked up...

205

Asked by David Jan 24, 2013 at 08:02 AM about the 1996 BMW 3 Series 318i Sedan RWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

car stalled when i was backing into my driveway and the ignition locked up in the start position. i can't turn the key, kind of an issue lol. any suggestions

3 Answers

205

i'm getting power from the battery. the ignition is registering that the car is started and won't move from the started position. i had to disconnect the battery so that it wouldn't drain bc all the lights were still on the dash

21,435

Apparently after doing a little research, this is a common issue. There are several youtube videos regarding how to correct the issue. Example: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8TlreQ85uCw and http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g7jVUbOIvNE

2 people found this helpful.
Best Answer Mark helpful

Your Answer:

3 Series

Looking for a Used 3 Series in your area?

CarGurus has 1,229 nationwide 3 Series listings starting at $2,500.

Postal Code:

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    Robert Charlson
    Reputation
    3,950
  • #2
    apbimmer98
    Reputation
    3,100
  • #3
    Abu Luca
    Reputation
    2,980
View All

Find great deals from top-rated dealers

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used BMW 5 Series
17 Great Deals out of 349 listings starting at $4,500
Used BMW M3
3 Great Deals out of 93 listings starting at $15,995
Used Mercedes-Benz C-Class
103 Great Deals out of 1,621 listings starting at $3,500
Used Ford Mustang
58 Great Deals out of 1,366 listings starting at $4,995
Used Mercedes-Benz E-Class
31 Great Deals out of 504 listings starting at $5,700
Used Honda Accord
55 Great Deals out of 995 listings starting at $2,000
Used Audi S4
8 Great Deals out of 89 listings starting at $8,900

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.