omy 97 318i bmw just wouldn't shut off. how do i bypass ignition switchi
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I went turn off my car and the key wouldn't move it just came out. so I bypassed it with the ignition switch and shut it off then I drove it for 2 days placing the key in the igniytion and using a screw driver on the switch to sart and turn it off. now I come out of subway and put key in and try to sart from the switch nothing happened lights come on but no crank. how can I bypass the switch and start it the steering is not not locked . I need to move the car to drive to a shop how can I start it
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Hello,
You may have tripped an anti-theft feature, or the reverse-engineered starting may have caused a fuse to blow, or destroyed a relay.
Best/easiest solution is have it towed, especially if you have AAA>
Here you can find the closest certified shops, and some may offer a tow service:
http://repairpal.com/bmw-within-10-miles-of-beverly-hills-california-90210
