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Too many years ago to remember, but I saw this link in my notes: https://www.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?2352388-How-to-remove-ignition-lock-shaft-from-assembly

You were correct about getting the part that is used for E46. I found a Bross BSP42(FBA) (made in Turkey) that looked the exact same as mine, and it did work. Too bad the manufacturer and suppliers don’t list it as suitable for the E85 also. Would have saved me a lot of time and trouble trying...

I had the exact same problem after my battery drained (had the lights on too long while testing my headlights in the garage). I jump started it, but then no instrument cluster. I disconnected my battery, and when I reattached, the instruments lit up and worked again. So, you may have not needed...

$12-15 US dollars for E36 or E39 version. But they do not look exactly the same, so I have my doubts that it would work properly. May give it a try, as you say, but still wondering if any are available for an E85, or why not?

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. Everyone says I...