I wish I knew before i pulled the key out for the last time... that position 1 is necessary for removal of the tumbler.

A og key and tumbler on order.

Will try new key in tumbler to see if this helps.

I've read many of posts including the diesel giants link, but i have not came across a thread or link describing the posibility that the key may not turn?

Does this mean a whole new assembly--

Primary, do a search on "ignition lock cylinder". This subject has been discussed numerous times so read all the threads.

Recommend using your old key in the ignition and use a vibratory tool to aid in turning the key to Position 1. Then insert the U-shaped wire to release/remove the lock cylinder.

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Fred Hoelzle

if that is the first time it happened...you probably have one more turn to get it into position

it takes jiggling and moving the steering wheel.....

i would be making the u-shaped tool now....and ordering a new cylinder.

if you get the key to turn...don't even think you might get another chance.

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1989 300ce 129k
( facelifted front,updated tail lights, lowered suspension,bilstein sports, lorinser front spoiler, MOMO steering wheel, remus exhaust,stainless steel brake lines). (Gone)

1997 s320 154k (what a ride). Sold with 179k miles. Replaced with Hyundai Equus

1994 e320 Cabriolet 108k



1972 280se 4.5 153k Owned for 12 yrs, sorry I sold it


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Wow..

the palm sander hooked to the key worked in 15 seconds.

I tried a junkyard tumbler removal by drilling 2 new holes in it as a test, read a post about a mystic locksmith who had a jig.

well on the drill press and 4 bits broken i did manage to drill out 2 holes in the correct places to jog a pin thru. This would be very difficult in the car so I opted for something else.

Cheers to the palm sander trick!

Sauber Tools Makes a Very simple Alignment Device that allows Fool Proof
drilling out of Mercedes Ignition Lock Cylinders.

I've seen the Video of it in action...[Less than 2 Minutes,Cylinder OUT!]
BUT that Vanished off the Web?
(Conspiracy promoters Believe The Yakkuza bought up all the tools and rights)

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