Perhaps I am making to much of the problem. As Kerry mentioned, this switch does function correctly without being "locked" in. Why it does not start has me puzzled, but I could not start this engine in the 300D body either. It just quit one day many years ago and I rigged up a push button starter which worked very well. Perhaps with my limited knowledge of electrical circuits, I might be able to rig a push button start for this car also. It does save a lot of wear on the ignition switch and it is very easy to install in the dash just to the left of the ignition. If anyone has any other ideas, please let me know.

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1983 Mercedes W123 240D 4 Speed 285,000 on the road with a 617 turbo, beautiful butter yellow, license plate # 83 240D INDIANA

2003 Jaguar Type X, AWD. beautiful, good mileage,
Mom's car, but I won't let her drive it!