2005 s203 Key stuck in ignition switch

[drone]

As above, the key is firmly stuck in the lock, I can remove the panel and get the neutral/park interlock cable end out when the key is free to remove.
I'm beginning to suspect either the steering column lock or the transmission gear indicator of having a fault but there are no codes. Has anyone experienced this issue that can offer suggestions.?

 

[LostKiwi]

If fiddling with the interlock cable frees it there's your answer.
Check the cable is attached both ends and isn't broken. Also check it's correctly adjusted.

There won't be codes for a mechanical fault.

 

[drone]

Sorted it, sold te car last monday.

 

[grahamcol]

Sorted it, sold te car last monday.

That's one way of fixing it!

 

[davidwilson]

A bit drastic!
(Do you usually flog them off when the3 ashtrays are full?

 

[DSK]

Sorted it, sold te car last monday.

Now get a Lexus and never look back!

Extreme but, I am on the brink of putting my w221 up. Can’t be dealing with these systems leaving you stranded and folks who refuse to run a diagnostics and perhaps a fix on the drive.

Simple and robust engineering cannot be beaten.


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