Mercedes Ignition Key and Switch Troubleshooting and Repair by Kent Bergsma

[33iona33]

I just pulled into my driveway and the key refuses to budge from my '94 E320 wagon....(thankful, at least, that she froze up at home). I appreciate learning what the problem is....thanks so much.

[vadoo1]

Nice OK

[ahmedinho13]

WHY did I not watch this video even one day earlier?! Now my car is parked out in some street and it won't start at all.....!!! I hate having towed.

[dhw1946]

thanks~!harvey in ga.

[gwunta]

If the key is stuck and will not turn then you can get it to move using some excessive vibration. My W126 300SE today. I got a small palm sander (although any random orbital sander will work) and clamped to the key while the key was in the tumbler. I then turned on the sander and hey presto! I was able to turn the key in the tumbler with the sander on. I was then able to remove the tumbler and replace it. Was probably worth mentioning in your video

[Sirrom0206]

I have a Chrysler crossfire. It uses the same Mercedes system. I ordered a new tumbler and maintenance key from the dealer (i didn't see your video until after ordering). I forgot to insert the blk cap between the key & tumbler BEFORE reinstalling the tumbler back into the lock assembly. Even though the blk cap is not on, I cannot get the tumbler back out. The key will not turn because the blk cap is not on the locking assembly. How do I get the tumbler out?

How do I get the black cap on?