As I come to be more aquainted with my new hobby, the 300SDL, I'm discovering more faults that need attention. Some are small and some will require more effort.

The immediate issue is my ignition switch. After a recent installation of a replacement injection pump, and it did start eventually without any need to bleed the fuel supply system, thanks again for the in-put. I have discovered that when the key is turned all the way, it does not activate the starter solinoid. I have to jump the starter with a box-end wrench. All other functions of the ignition switch work properly.

Do I need a new ignition switch or is there something else on-line between the ignition switch and solinoid such as a relay that might be faulty?


Previous MB's: 1985 190E 186K sold it......1983 300D.......433K donated it.