E30 Invisible Part

[Bart <vladimir@xxxxxxx>]

I am trying to track down an invisible part for my '86 325es e30. I can't
seem to locate it on the EKT CD, and the local dealership doesn't know what
I'm talking about.

When you open the driver door from the outside, after getting in and closing
the door there is a relay that keeps the interior light on for a few seconds
while you get the keys into the ignition switch. Now to trigger that relay,
there is a small connection "switch" that triggers the relay. This "switch"
is bolted to the handle/lock mechanism inside the door, behind the door
panel.

This "switch" has a small copper lever that closes the circuit to the relay,
when the outer door handle is pulled up, this keeps the interior lights on.
Unfortunately, this copper lever breaks off after years of use, this is the
part that I am trying to replace.

The dealer keeps trying to sell me the central door lock micro-switch, and
after searching through the EKT, I can see why! The interior light timer
relay is shown, but not this little "switch". I can't find anything on this
"switch" even in the huge BMW factory repair binder

I would appreciate any info on tracking down this part number!

TIA!
Bart

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