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ignition key won't turn

Discussion in 'Electrics, Vacuum, Ignition and ECU' started by louisdeux, Nov 13, 2012.

  1. louisdeux

    louisdeux New Member

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    Your Mercedes:
    e320 1999
    The ignition key won't turn in my 1999 E320.
    The steering wheel turns freely.
    I've replaced the batteries in the key, but it wouldn't turn before or after doing this.
    don't know if the following is helpful. I replaced the engine battery a month ago and drove it since. Worked fine.

    Thanks
     
    louisdeux, Nov 13, 2012
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  2. television

    television Always remembered RIP

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    As you have a long plastic key that chances are the wire has broken on the transponder coil and an easy fix normally
     
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  3. brandwooddixon

    brandwooddixon Senior Member

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    Do you have a second key to try with?
    Incidentally you don't require batteries in the key for it to work in the ignition. It receives power through an internal the coil from the EIS.
     
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  4. Mark@RMK

    Mark@RMK Senior Member Authorised Forum Supporter

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    Hi,

    If the steering wheel is already unlocked then it could be a problem with your EIS. But try the key first.

    Are you in the US?

    Mark
     
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