How do you change the ignition switch on a Mercedes?

How do you change the ignition switch on a Mercedes?

Just line up the “hidden” pin under the anti- theft cover, around the lock, by turning the key to the second position, and “feel” as you turn the cover to line up to a groove, and just slide the cover / tumbler out! All the other Mercedes places didn’t want to divuldge the ‘trick’ and claimed an expensive job.

How do you change the ignition lock on a Mercedes 190E?

Use a 10mm Hex and breaker bar to remove the screw holding the wheel to the shaft (red arrow).Have someone hold the wheel while you break the screw loose, never use the steering lock to hold the wheel in place. In this photo you can see the airbag plug (green arrow) and horn connections (yellow arrows).

How do you change ignition switch on 1992 SL?

Believe it or not, the ’92 SL has a SIMPLE procedure to remove the Ign. lock. Just line up the “hidden” pin under the anti- theft cover, around the lock, by turning the key to the second position, and “feel” as you turn the cover to line up to a groove, and just slide the cover / tumbler out!

What to do if your ignition key does not turn?

If your key does not turn, before you start cutting things out of the car, try placing a palm sander or other small vibrating tool against the lock while turning the key. This will sometimes help free up the tumbler and get the key to move. Before you begin any work, make sure the transmission is securely in Park.

Just line up the “hidden” pin under the anti- theft cover, around the lock, by turning the key to the second position, and “feel” as you turn the cover to line up to a groove, and just slide the cover / tumbler out! All the other Mercedes places didn’t want to divuldge the ‘trick’ and claimed an expensive job.

Use a 10mm Hex and breaker bar to remove the screw holding the wheel to the shaft (red arrow).Have someone hold the wheel while you break the screw loose, never use the steering lock to hold the wheel in place. In this photo you can see the airbag plug (green arrow) and horn connections (yellow arrows).

Believe it or not, the ’92 SL has a SIMPLE procedure to remove the Ign. lock. Just line up the “hidden” pin under the anti- theft cover, around the lock, by turning the key to the second position, and “feel” as you turn the cover to line up to a groove, and just slide the cover / tumbler out!

Can a Mercedes Benz ignition tumbler be swapped out?

The tumbler itself can be swapped out with relative ease when working, but is a complete pain to replace when it will not turn. If your ignition tumbler is starting to act up, do yourself a huge favor and change it out right away.

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