1987 300D starting problem

[DieselClan]

Hi.

I hope someone here can help with the problem I'm currently experiencing on my '87 300D. Before this problem the car was starting just fine w/ no problems.

When I turn the key to the position for the glow plugs to light up nothing happens. The next position (the position where the car should start) is when the glow plug lights (and all other dash lights) come on. After that nothing. The key will turn just the slightest amount after the lights "do" come on but nothing happens (it won't start).

Does anyone have any idea why the key positions are suddenly messed up? As I said, just a few days ago the car was starting fine with no problems regarding the key position(s).

Thanks,
DieselClan

P.S. I apologize if this topic has been brought up before but I searched and couldn't find anything similar...