In a message dated 9/7/2005 7:12:13 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I can't recall if it is the W123's or later or all of the Benz's that have the problem with the ignition switch seizing up and having to be drilled out. Mine is acting a little temperamental. Dan, Yep, the 123s are right in the middle of a range of MBs that have switch lock up. You might start by ordering a factory replacement key (using your VIN) as your problem may be that your key is a copy of a copy, etc, or just plain worn out. A factory key will run about $25 and a factory cylinder with key, cut to your car's specs, is about $100. Rusty used to be able to get these at the best price but did mine a couple years ago so not up to speed. Do not dawdle on this repair, it can bite you to the tune of $400 if you need to have it drilled. Finally, some listers have begun to experience steering wheel lock failure, which acts like key/cylinder failure. Frequent need to tug on the steering wheel to free the lock might be a pre curser of this type of failure. Regards, Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 261 K miles 98 ML 320, 137 K miles
