Why does my car ignition not turn on?
To prevent that problem, the ignition switch system has logic in it so that if the vehicle battery is too low, it won;t even attempt the infrared handshake and thus the switch won’t be unlocked. SO, yes, if you vehicle battery is dead or dying, you might not even be able to turn the key in the ignition switch.
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’s the best way to turn the ignition?
Then insert the key into the ignition and gently jiggle the key without putting much pressure on the key as do this. As the lock pins on the tumbler wear out it will get harder and harder to turn the ignition of your car. Here is a video that will help you understand this problem.
What to do if you have an ignition switch problem?
If they come to the conclusion that the Ignition Switch (EIS-EZS) is the culprit you will be told that the switch will need to be replaced. This is an expensive repair that can cost several hundred dollars. You have a few options here. Have the dealer install a new ignition switch, and they will program it to match the VIN of your Mercedes-Benz.
What happens if you don’t turn the ignition key?
Sometimes the ignition key won’t turn or rotate. If that happens the vehicle won’t start, the steering wheel won’t turn and it won’t shift into gear. On a late 90’s or early 2000 GM vehicle this is the way to get it apart so you can replace the tumbler.
What causes a Mercedes Benz ignition to not turn?
Mercedes EZS EIS Ignition Switch Problem, Cause, Solution. A problem that Mercedes-Benz owners may face is the key no longer turns in the ignition. This issue is often caused either by a defective key, bad shifter module, a failed Electronic Ignition Switch (EIS) also known as the EIS-EZS or a bad steering lock module (ESL).
Then insert the key into the ignition and gently jiggle the key without putting much pressure on the key as do this. As the lock pins on the tumbler wear out it will get harder and harder to turn the ignition of your car. Here is a video that will help you understand this problem.
What to do if your ignition key is bent?
Bent keys can sometimes enter the ignition cylinder, but once inside will not line up correctly to allow the car to start. If your key looks visually bent, you can use a non-metal hammer to carefully flatten the key down. Your goal is to use something that will not damage the key, so ideally this would be made of rubber or wood.