Why won t my Mercedes key turn in the ignition?

Why won t my Mercedes key turn in the ignition?

If the key does not turn in the ignition, try moving the steering wheel as you try to turn the key. Push the steering wheel in the direction that allows a little movement and then insert the key and try to turn the key again. You can put pressure on the steering wheel and also try shaking the steering wheel.

Why is my Mercedes C class key not working?

The main symptoms are the key won’t unlock the doors or start the car. You may see a blinking red light when you press a button. Insert the key and turn it to the “ON” position, then press and release the lock button on the key. Press and hold the remote’s unlock button.

What’s the problem with the Mercedes C Class W204?

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Why is my ignition not working on my Mercedes Benz?

It is possible that the battery in the car is defective, as it does not provide the necessary voltage for the ECU and the N73 Electronic Ignition/Starter Switch (EIS) to function properly. If the battery is dead or has low voltage / under voltage, the CAN communication between EIS and N72 may not function properly.

Why is my key fob not working on my Mercedes?

If neither of your key fobs unlocks or starts the car, there’s a good chance that the issue is the car’s battery. Some owners report that their cars failed to start even after a jump start, but a later trip to the dealership indicated a dead car battery.

What to do if your Mercedes ignition switch is not working?

If you have a spare key try to see if you are experiencing the same symptoms with the other key. If the other key works, keep using it for a couple of weeks to verify that the issue is really the key and not the EIS. Try scanning your Mercedes-Benz for fault codes. Ideally using a Start Diagnostic Scanner.

What to do if your Mercedes key won’t turn?

If you have this problem you will have to install a new / virgin EIS. You can not install a used unit because the EIS has to be paired / married to the car using Mercedes-Benz Star Diagnostic Software. They key itself may be the reason why the car doesn’t start. The key may open the doors, but it will not start the car.

Why is my Mercedes C320 C class not turning?

I have a 2001 Mercedes c320 c-class. The ignition key won’t turn, the lights don’t turn on and I have use the metal key to unlock the door.Everything was working fine until today. Anyone know what could be wrong? It’s probably a dead vehicle battery.

Where is the ignition key on a Mercedes Benz?

There are 4 electronic and/or mechanical modules that are synchronized for everything to work ok: 1. The key (electronic key); 2. The electronic ignition switch (eis, the place where you put your key in); 3. steering locker; 4 the central electronic circuit module.