Ignition FAIL!
03-28-2011, 11:21 AM
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ML 350-Black=Sold. New 08 C300 4Matic, Black/Black, P1, Ipod, Auto7speed, 10/10 hit 100,000 miles
Ignition FAIL!
I started the car last friday drov 2 miles parked and when I returned the car would not start. Nothing, not a click. I was flat bedded to my dealer. Was told it is a failed igniton module....ugh! Still in the shop, steering wheel off and looks like a mess. Anyone ever hav or heard of this?
03-28-2011, 01:07 PM
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Yes, a common problem. It seems to be sprouting up on a bunch of 2008's lately... I hope that time doesn't prove this to be a widespread problem... This is getting a bit ridiculous though, I hope MB does the right thing and issues a recall or replaces this for free for people who have this issue...
03-28-2011, 02:22 PM
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ML 350-Black=Sold. New 08 C300 4Matic, Black/Black, P1, Ipod, Auto7speed, 10/10 hit 100,000 miles
Seems there was a bulletin:
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Make : MERCEDES Model : C300 Year : 2008
Manufacturer : MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.
Service Bulletin Number : 2008020003 Date of Bulletin : MAR 01, 2008
NHTSA Item Number : 10024635
Component : ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Summary :
MODEL C300 & C350, MODEL YEAR 2008 - REPLACE ELECTRONIC IGNITION SWITCH. *NJ
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Make : MERCEDES Model : C300 Year : 2008
Manufacturer : MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.
Service Bulletin Number : 2008020003 Date of Bulletin : MAR 01, 2008
NHTSA Item Number : 10024635
Component : ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Summary :
MODEL C300 & C350, MODEL YEAR 2008 - REPLACE ELECTRONIC IGNITION SWITCH. *NJ
03-28-2011, 03:11 PM
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damn.. this happens to me like once or twice a month... i put the key in the ignition and turn and nothing happens.... I have to take the key out and do it again and then it works... I doubt MB will cover it now.. Especially mine since now they are being owned by AutoNation... they suck ***
03-28-2011, 03:17 PM
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That's exactly the problem I had. My car has been in the shop for over 3 weeks on and off but I probably won't get it back til late this week.
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03-28-2011, 04:12 PM
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hearing all this i own a 08 as well and I hope mine will have no problems. Do you guys know how many miles do you have on your car when it happened?
03-28-2011, 05:27 PM
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Lots of threads. But check out this one. It that YOU, Shorem NJ (and where in Jersey?)
https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...-hate-pos.html
https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...-hate-pos.html
03-28-2011, 05:28 PM
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Lots of threads. But check out this one. It that YOU, Shorem NJ (and where in Jersey?)
https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...-hate-pos.html
https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...-hate-pos.html
03-28-2011, 06:51 PM
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'08 c300 sport
03-28-2011, 08:10 PM
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ML 350-Black=Sold. New 08 C300 4Matic, Black/Black, P1, Ipod, Auto7speed, 10/10 hit 100,000 miles
Near Sandy hook, I got my care back today cost $700.00 for the ignition and also had the steering link bushings replaced at 115,000 miles.
03-28-2011, 09:15 PM
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03-29-2011, 01:22 PM
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@EASYDOESIT - between Freehold and Englishtown if I remember. And @ShoremNJ you got a view of NYC? I lived in Moorestown in So. Jersey for 20 years before moving to Mexico. OMGitselaine is in Paramus. Lotza Benz Boyz (and girl) in 'Jersey, huh?
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Yes, a common problem. It seems to be sprouting up on a bunch of 2008's lately... I hope that time doesn't prove this to be a widespread problem... This is getting a bit ridiculous though, I hope MB does the right thing and issues a recall or replaces this for free for people who have this issue...
03-29-2011, 02:41 PM
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Yeah Manalapan is the same as Englishtown lol. But yup, Freehold is the neighboring town so half of Manalapan kids went to Freehold Township HS like me 
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Remove & Install Electronic Steering Lock on C200 W204
Hi from DownUnder,
Does any one have a procedure to Remove & Install the Electronic Steering Lock on C200 W204?
Apparently a common fail problem. The car has no signs of life once ignition switched on - battery fine.
Any help much appreciated.
Cheers,
Graham
Does any one have a procedure to Remove & Install the Electronic Steering Lock on C200 W204?
Apparently a common fail problem. The car has no signs of life once ignition switched on - battery fine.
Any help much appreciated.
Cheers,
Graham
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2008 C300 Sport 4Matic
I have a 2008 C300 Sport 4Matic w/ 30K on it that just died yesterday. PLEASE HELP.
The Problem seems to be the EIS. When i put the key in the ignition that command that i get is "remove key from ignition" on the dash. I order a 2nd Key yesterday from my local MB dealership. When I put the key in the ignition i hear no sound from the ignition lock. The steering column is not locked. The lights, windows and radio work. The battery is one year old and has a full charge..
There seems to be very little info on how do do the repair DYI. The tech at the MB parts department stated that the part EIS &/or ESL (electronic Ignition Switch, Electronic Steering Lock) Part #207-905-72-01 is $510 and requires a Blue Key Part # 905-00-39-9999 $260.75 needs to be order also BUT, will be credited after the work is done. It must have to do with coding the new part.
I would love to have a video of how to take the dash apart but, think that this problem is really only fixable by a MB Tech. Does anyone have the name or number of a mobile MB tech for the fix. I hate the idea of having to flatbed the car 1/2 mile to a local dealer and getting completely raped on the repair.
I live in East End of Long Island on the South Fork. PLEASE HELP.
The Problem seems to be the EIS. When i put the key in the ignition that command that i get is "remove key from ignition" on the dash. I order a 2nd Key yesterday from my local MB dealership. When I put the key in the ignition i hear no sound from the ignition lock. The steering column is not locked. The lights, windows and radio work. The battery is one year old and has a full charge..
There seems to be very little info on how do do the repair DYI. The tech at the MB parts department stated that the part EIS &/or ESL (electronic Ignition Switch, Electronic Steering Lock) Part #207-905-72-01 is $510 and requires a Blue Key Part # 905-00-39-9999 $260.75 needs to be order also BUT, will be credited after the work is done. It must have to do with coding the new part.
I would love to have a video of how to take the dash apart but, think that this problem is really only fixable by a MB Tech. Does anyone have the name or number of a mobile MB tech for the fix. I hate the idea of having to flatbed the car 1/2 mile to a local dealer and getting completely raped on the repair.
I live in East End of Long Island on the South Fork. PLEASE HELP.
