BMW part number 32 31 0 002 737 (32310002737) is the Lock cylinder with key (USA), an electrical part catalogued for the E34 (525i, 530i, 535i), E36 (318i, 318is, 320i), E31 (840Ci, 840i, 850Ci), E32 (735i, 735iL, 750iL). As of our last check (2026-10-08, bmwpartsdeal.com), BMW lists it as no longer available new (NLA). 1 repair guide below.
Not available new from the US or the European dealer we checked. BMW Classic or another dealer may still locate one with your VIN.
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Listed directly for E34 and E36 and E31 and E32 in our data (see Fits). Models below are other listings of the same number.
Same BMW part number, but the source list is truncated or market-specific. More models may apply.
+1 more models not listed by the source.
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No DIY route recorded yet.
Write-ups and videos from owners, forums and specialists on removing and fitting this part. Summaries are ours; follow the link for the full steps, photos and torque values, and credit goes to the original author. Safety-critical part: have a qualified mechanic check the work.
Replace a sticking ignition key barrel while the key still turns to position I; after that the whole steering lock has to be replaced. BMW supplies the barrel coded to your VIN.
Tools mentioned: Screwdrivers (BMW also has a special tool for this)
Timm's barrel PN differs from our USA lock cylinder; order by VIN.
E34: Last listed $78.58 on bmwpartsdeal (not orderable). SAFETY-CRITICAL (brakes/steering/fuel): have a qualified mechanic verify fitment and installation. E36: Last listed $78.58 on bmwpartsdeal (not orderable). SAFETY-CRITICAL (brakes/steering/fuel/airbag): have a qualified mechanic verify fitment and installation. E31: Last listed $78.58 on bmwpartsdeal (not orderable). SAFETY-CRITICAL (brakes/steering/fuel/airbag): have a qualified mechanic verify fitment and installation. E32: Last listed $78.58 on bmwpartsdeal (not orderable). SAFETY-CRITICAL (brakes/steering/fuel/airbag): have a qualified mechanic verify fitment and installation.
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