themadgreek1219

Hey i have a 94 e 320...when i put the key in the ignition it simply will not turn the ignition. Its completely locked up and the only conclusion i could make was that the tumbler is bad. Does any body know if this is the problem? or if theyve experienced this problem before?

thanks

AMG_Fred

Move the steering wheel back and forth while trying to twist the key. Are you using an oem key? If not, is it made out of brass? I heard this is kinda like a warning as the tumbler will soon go bad after. Fix it now rather than later when it is stuck.... I think... anybody else want to confirm?

NorCal124

its not uncommon for MB keys to round themselves out. It could just be a key issue.

themadgreek1219

The key we have for the car is a mercedes manufactured key...it is brand new and we have tried turning the wheel and the key.....but it is still locked up.

audiavant

take the key out,scratch the key along the tip of a pencil a few times......
the graphite pencil tip is like a lubricant......
giggle the wheel as you try to turn the key...........g..luck !!!

themadgreek1219

thanks for the advice....i will try this as soon as i can. but for now i have some hw to do ......if this new thing doesnt work, then will i have to replace the tumbler completely?

thanks so much for all the help.

lkchris

All W124s do this at some point.

You'll need a new tumbler assembly and soon.

Must get from dealer--bring your proof of ownership.

My indie mechanic had a "temporary" tumbler he installed until tumbler with correct keying arrived from dealer.

themadgreek1219

ok well the graphite didnt work....so it looks as though i will be replacing the ignition... does anyone know how much approximately it will cost?

thanks for the help