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Old May 5, 2010 | 04:34 PM
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Ignition Key Won't Turn
I suspect the tumbler has failed on my 1996 C220. Is there a procedure for replacing the lock assembly and switch?
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Old May 5, 2010 | 08:04 PM
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So the key wont turn??? at all.. Sorry to tell you if the key wont turn you have to drill out the steering lock.. Youll need a lock and tumbler.

Try to get it to turn with some wd 40 or liquid graphite it will save you time and money
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Old May 5, 2010 | 08:09 PM
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Will try and get it to turn again.

If I dont get it to turn is it the same procedure as in the 124 chassis?
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you need a new key
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Originally Posted by w202305
you need a new key
Got a new key already. Needs a new tumbler. Wondering if there is a procedure out there for the C.
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Got a new key already. Needs a new tumbler. Wondering if there is a procedure out there for the C.
Did you try tugging the steering wheel to one side...hard..then trying it ?
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Originally Posted by C43AMG
Did you try tugging the steering wheel to one side...hard..then trying it ?
Yep. Even lifted the front off the ground to take pressure off the lock.
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