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Ignition Key
I have a 450 SL Convertible that I just bought and the alternator failed. It was shorted internally causing the battery to go dead.
After I replaced the alt and went to start the engine, the ignition ket will not turn in the ign. I tried turning the strg wheel back and forth, (it's locked). The trans selector is in park. foot on brake but the key will not turn. Any suggestions?
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Elmer |
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You can try another key if you have one. More than likely the tumbler or steering lock is worn out. It's a big job to replace this stuff when the key doesn't turn. You can try a shot of WD40 or LPS in the tumbler to see if it frees it up, but I wouldn't get my hopes up too high.
Gilly |
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I had that trouble with my '71 350SL on one occasion, and it turned out that I didn't push the key right in - it was about 2-3mm out.
It was impossible to start until I accidentally gave it a good shove in. Worked just fine after that once I remembered to insert it fully. Hope you get it solved soon! Ken Silver -------------- ~1993 SL500, glistening black/grey on black leather, now in the shop for facelift painting lower body. ~1991 Daimler, shiny grey on grey leather, best in country! ~1991 Miata MX5, sparkling BRG on tan leather, wife's - (and my polishing) ~1992 Honda US s/wagon, black/grey ex 350SL, 230E, 280E (and a lot of other makes not nearly as nice) |
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