1999 Mercedes E320 key not turning, steering locked

Oct 8, 2013 | 08:54 AM

frobi

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2008 GL 320 CDI, 2000 E320, 2000 C230, 2004 Toyota Sienna

1999 Mercedes E320 key not turning, steering locked

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I have a 1999 E320 with 127000 KM. The steering is locked with wheels in straight position. The key fob will neither unlock the steering nor turn at all. When I insert the key, display says "Key". Flashers start flashing even with the flasher switch off. I have to disconnect the battery. Battery is fully charged. Doors do not lock / unlock with the remote which has new battries. Cluster works and shows mileage only. Tried to reset remote for doors to lock / unlock bet no luck. I can live with the remote not working but can not unlock the steering and key will not turn at all. Also locked in park position.
Also why would the flashers start to work as soon as I connect the battery.

Oct 9, 2013 | 07:07 AM

frobi

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2008 GL 320 CDI, 2000 E320, 2000 C230, 2004 Toyota Sienna

Just have one key. Lost the other one.

Oct 10, 2013 | 04:08 PM

pane_bg

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mercedes w210 e 300td

well that is why i hate the smart i have the same problem but some how the stupid mechanic fixed it and now some times is joking doesn't start at first but at second yes

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