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Febi-Bilstein Ignition Switch | 38229

BMW X5, 540i, 740i, 740iL, 750iL, 540iT, 540i Sport, 540i Sport Wagon, X5 L
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Your vehicle’s ignition switch turns your BMW on and starts the engine. Ignition switches come in an array of designs, but all function similarly. Whether your BMW uses a physical key that must be inserted into the ignition switch, a key fob with a chip that must be inserted into the ignition switch, or a key fob with a chip that simply needs to be in the vehicle, the ignition switch only allows your unique keys to turn on and start your vehicle.

Ignition switches fail in a multitude of ways. Physical failure of an ignition switch can include the tumbler becoming stuck or breaking free from the switch and being able to turn freely around in the switch. Physical failure can also include the pins in the tumbler wearing, preventing the key from turning the tumbler, and the connection between the tumbler and the electrical switch wearing and no longer making contact.

Electrical failures include an open circuit in the switch, a short to ground, worn electrical pins not connecting, and circuit or memory failure of the chip reader. Any component failures of an ignition switch will result in your BMW having difficulty starting or not starting at all.

Important Note:

Weak or dead batteries in a key fob and unprogrammed keys can mimic a failed ignition switch. Always check the key fob batteries and ensure that key fobs and chipped keys are properly programmed before replacing ignition switches.

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Left = Driver side and Right = Passenger side.
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What This Febi-Bilstein Ignition Switch Fits?

Application information below is for reference only and should not be used to determine the exact vehicle fitment. Please use the "Make Sure It Fits" vehicle selection box above to determine the exact fitment and review any application notes. If you need any help determining if this part works with your vehicle, please don't hesitate to contact us.

BMW
98-03 - 540i
97-97 - 540i
For models with automatic transmission and production date from 3/1997.
98-98 - 540i Sport
97-97 - 540i Sport
For models with automatic transmission and production date from 3/1997.
01-03 - 540i Sport Wagon
99-00 - 540iT
98-01 - 740i
97-97 - 740i
For models with production date from 3/1997.
98-01 - 740iL
97-97 - 740iL
For models with production date from 3/1997.
98-98 - 750iL
97-97 - 750iL
For models with production date from 3/1997.
99-99 - 750iL
For models with production date through 8/1999.
00-00 - 750iL
thru 08/99
00-06 - X5 4.4i, 4.6is, 4.8is
02-02 - X5 L