my car wont start, I knew this problem was coming but I didn't figure would be this soon. I knew it because once in a while the car wont start but after I jiggle the shifter to the right and left than it started, did anybody knows what might be the problem with my car does anybody ever have the same problem...let me know please thanks

It seems to be your neutral safety switch has broken. The key will turn, but no start or anything correct? Do a search and you'll find all the info there. If I recall, it's a rather cheap fix.

Good luck.

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2006 E350 w/ 155k miles (Daily Driver)

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1993 300E 3.2L Sedan w/ close to about 300k miles
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thanks for the reply david, I just bought this car last month so I am in the process of learning about this car. anyway you said is the neutral switch that is broken...can you tell me how to get them fix...or what should I do, cause about three days ago I just spend $250 for fixing a radiator...and if I this is an easy fix I would like to do it myself could you reply back to me...thanks a lot, any kind of help would be greatly appreciated.

Hey,
I don't know the specifics. Use the SEARCH function at the top of the page! I'm sure you'll find the info you need. GOod luck!

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2006 E350 w/ 155k miles (Daily Driver)

Previous:
1993 300E 3.2L Sedan w/ close to about 300k miles
2003 E500 Brilliant Silver (Had 217k miles when totalled!)
1989 300E with 289,000 miles (had for <1 yr while in HI)
03 CLK 500 cabrio (Mom's)
2006 C230k (Dad's)
1999 S420 (Mom's/Dad's)
2000 C230k Sport sedans
2001 CLK320 Cabrio (Mom's)
1995 C280 My First Mercedes-Benz... (155k miles. EXCEPTIONAL AUTOMOBILE. Was Very hard to let go of!)

It was the transmission safety switch. The part cost $37.00 mail order from Rusty Cullen. Cost me 1 hour labor paid to a local independent garage to get it installed.

If your car does not start some time before you get the part installed, it will start if you shift to neutral first.

PartsShop (our benefactor) has the part and quick service. Look upwards at the page header. (shameless plug)

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