W210 - how to refit ignition switch? (steering lock)

[Jonssen]

Hello,
I have a '96 W210 and I've removed the ignition switch to repair it (bad contact) so when I come to refit it won't fully engage into the steering lock. That is the "flattened shaped" metal pin which passes from the key-lock (fold out key) though the middle of the switch and locates into the steering lock doesn't go fully home.

Can someone shed some light on this for me please?
Thanks, Bob.

 

[Jonssen]

Please help....

Oh Christ, I think I've just realised what's happened :Oops:

The b****** steering lock's triggered....!!

Please, please is there a way to release this? This is not a scam, it's my car!

(I'm really upset now - my first merc. - and I'm in major trouble it seems... ) :cry:

 

[colechelle]

as i remember when removing them they have to be in ign 1, otherwise yes they lock, there is a way but it means it will kill the lock, opps!

 

[rapide]

locked

there was a lock changed done on the "garage" tv programme ( jock in spain) and the guy locked it on the column before re-fitting it and he had to chop it off and buy another new one! as has been said oops!

 

[Jonssen]

Should anyone have the same problem and manage to trip the mechanical steering lock, I now have a quick and easy method to reset it (without destroying it!)

See also -->> http://forums.mercedesclub.org.uk/showthread.php?t=39392

Of anyone needs help, please let me know.

 

[callep1]

My steering is locked need help quick

 

[television]

My steering is locked need help quick

We need more information on this, why is it locked

 

[Naraic]

The key is out...