ignition switch help needed

[chef0625]

I am trying to replace the ignition switch. I have the anti-theft plate and bolts removed; I have the set screw on the electrical end removed; but I still can not get the barrel out of the steering column housing; nor can I get enough room to remove the electrical end plug. Is there something I am missing?

1983 E21 "s" model with Recaro seats, LSD, and big sway bars.

[3771489]

You have to remove that upper steering column housing before steering lock can be pulled out from it.

[chef0625]

<sigh> I HATE those security bolts.......HATE< HATE<HATE.......

Thank you for the picture and advice, my E30 was easier to work on.

[chef0625]

SUCCESS!!! Thank you again 3771489! The plastic housing on the electrical side was cracked and would flex just enough not to make contact when you turned the key. I replaced the security bolts with Allen heads.