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Key won't turn ignition in '99 E-320

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Old 03-17-2007 | 08:54 PM
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Key won't turn ignition in '99 E-320

Hi, My key locks/unlocks doors but won't turn the ignition in my '99 E-320. My wife's key works fine though. Any suggestions? Thanks, John
Old 03-18-2007 | 01:50 AM
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check the key batteries or just go ahead and replace them since it probably needs it anyways. If that doesn't do it then more than likely it's time for a new key..
Old 03-18-2007 | 02:11 AM
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make sure your battery is good if you got a dead battery or not strong enough EIS will not turn
Old 04-03-2007 | 03:37 PM
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Originally Posted by dtmk1d
make sure your battery is good if you got a dead battery or not strong enough EIS will not turn
Actually, this is not true. The key works through induction and actually requires NO batteries in order to start the car. (Really! Try it!)

It sounds to me like a fractured circuit board inside the key fob. Unfortunately, it's probably time for a new key.
Old 04-03-2007 | 06:34 PM
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try leaving your key in the ignition for a couple hours
Old 04-04-2007 | 06:03 PM
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put the key into the igniton turn it to I or II im not sure and then press the button on the key, once i had this prob, this is how i fixed it, i put in the key turned it and pressen one button after the other for a few seconds, hope this works...it did for me...good luck
Old 04-04-2007 | 06:43 PM
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Originally Posted by axl
put the key into the igniton turn it to I or II

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