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Key fob wont eject

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#1 ·
Hi and hopefully someone has had this before.... my key fob on my 2010 320ed wont release from the holder, it still starts/unlocks the car when inserted but won't release/eject.
Have changed the unit it goes into but to no joy, but have found after removing the relay in the fuse box it will eject again so replaced the relay (not sure if there is another one in the engine bay that would affect it) and still the same.
Spoken to a few mechanics who have said they can't help and try the main dealers who are quoting ridiculous amounts(probably end up more than the cars worth)just to look and investigate it.
Any help would be much appreciated
 
#2 ·
I did have that exact problem once, with my 2011 320d ED, and was at my wits end trying to remove the keys from the ignition. Then (luckily) my son dropped by for a visit and he pointed out that I didn’t have the car in park… and that solved the problem. I don’t suppose that’s happened to you, but I do wonder if maybe you have an electrical problem or disconnected wire in or around your gear shift.?