Click, Click, Click - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

funola · #1 08-31-2016, 08:16 AM

it's a lot simpler than that, hopefully. On some Mercedes ignition locks, there is a key way in the electrical switch that prevents that connector from being removed unless the key is turned to the first position, the same position to remove the steel theft deterrent collar. Move the key left / right of position one if the connector still won't come out. It is a pretty narrow window.

Note: The elec switch is held with 3 slotted screws so make sure you have the correct bit. It may be less frustrating to replace them with socket head screws for easier installation.

The Gears · #2 08-31-2016, 03:27 PM

Hey Funola. Now you tell me. I did not know about the key position thing.
While I was struggling the key was in the off position.
My Jim dandy self locating driver is Philips so will
change to slot for next time when the switch gives out completely.
It is a drive bit silver braised onto 8mm fanged nut, east to change. Held in the wrench with a bit of good sticky putty.
Any way, At this point I am finished with the start switch.
The button is wired through the vi/wt at the c146 so I still have lock out.

ykobayashi · #3 08-31-2016, 05:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by funola

it's a lot simpler than that, hopefully. On some Mercedes ignition locks, there is a key way in the electrical switch that prevents that connector from being removed unless the key is turned to the first position, the same position to remove the steel theft deterrent collar. Move the key left / right of position one if the connector still won't come out. It is a pretty narrow window.

.

oh yeah. That thing!

http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/attachments/diesel-discussion/124894d1412567944-electrical-connector-rear-ignition-electrical-switch-w123-ignition-switch-t-piece-oct-14.jpg

To discourage hot Wiring? Wow what would I do without this forum.

The Gears · #4 09-01-2016, 03:11 AM

Ykobayshi. Thanks for the pics. I just remembered Kent Bergsma saying something about that. I was so close. With a turn of the key I would have had the plug out. Oh well, can't remember everything. I kind of like the push button, its unique.