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07-19-2006, 12:23 PM
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steering lock question
(1980 300TD)
Recently my key was sticking so after searching here (and hoping it wouldn't come to following diesel giant's grinding tutorial) I was able to get the key turned and replaced the lock cylinder. Guess that wasn't my problem because even with the new tumbler the steering lock still wouldn't let go. A little more jiggling and I was able to remove the new cylinder but now I'm wondering if there's a way to rig the steering lock assembly rather than replace it. Several posts have mentioned tricks but I don't quite understand what people have done. I also don't quite understand how the steering lock mechanisms work. Will drilling that pin out make make the key turn smoothly. Can I disable that gummed up springy triangular piece behind the tumbler? Any tips (esp with pics) would be great. Thanks! Christine Last edited by ricardon5945; 07-19-2006 at 08:59 PM. 
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07-19-2006, 01:22 PM
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Sorry I forgot to mention- this is on a 1980 300TD ...she's way to classy to be started with a screwdriver
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07-19-2006, 01:30 PM
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Some people gut the lock, others depress the lock pin, then wedge something next to it so it can not extend. I believe when the lock is gutted the key in buzzer does not work any more either. I chose to replace mine with an aftermarket unit from fastlane. $70-something later I had it working great.
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07-19-2006, 05:44 PM
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07-19-2006, 07:53 PM
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I did read that post and it sounded like something I might like to try but what is the locking bolt -- does it look like a regular bolt? Where is it w/in the assembly? etc. I suppose I could just play with it and if I have no luck bite the bullet and buy the new part....
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07-19-2006, 08:01 PM
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Christine
What model MB are we talking about? jbaj007... Thanks, good info, this is a problem, I know awaits some time down the road  So are 126s and the 123s about the same in regards to your write up?
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