I posted yesterday with an odd problem, my 1986 420SEL would stall when shifted from reverse to drive. It was suggested to me that I check and replace the overvoltage relay. I am taking the car into the shop Thursday and will have this checked.

Today my wife reports that turning the key in the ignition would not start the car, but if she gave it a little pedal it started no problem. Any ideas on this one? Is it a related problem, or should I have something else checked out too?

Thanks

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Jason Priest
1999 E430
1995 E420 - retired
1986 420SEL - retired

It sounds like the same problem to me...a lack of idle control.

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Benzmac:
Donnie Drummonds
ASE CERTIFIED MASTER AUTO TECHNICIAN
MERCEDES SPECIALIST 11 YRS

Thanks Benzmac, we'll get this checked out.

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Jason Priest
1999 E430
1995 E420 - retired
1986 420SEL - retired