Can't get out the ignition key on "P" position
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Can't get out the ignition key on "P" position
It seesm that I can't get out my ignition key from my W202 C250TD 4speed automatic. Could anyone help where to find the problem? Electronic or mechanic problem can this be? Thanks Mates!
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Actually it is not coming out in any positions.
Some kind of electronics controls this or some bowden hold some pin?
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From: San Francisco, CA
1996 C36
First of all what year model is the car? The keys went from a blade type to SmartKey in 1998. For the blade key 1994-1997 there is a cable that locks the key in the ignition that is only released when the selector is in Park. This is a physical cable and yours has either broken or become out of alignment. You might be able to manually operate the cable by gaining access around the gearshifter by taking the center consul out.
