Hello,
I have a 2002 S430 and when I put the key in the ignition sometimes the key will not turn. I have to take it out and try it again. It will get stuck 1/3 of the time.

This has been going on for 3-4 months now...

So Now Recenty-(within the past week) When I turn the key, and it lets me, my car will turn on, but also my Airmatic Warning Light comes on, My windows do not work as well as my headlights and radio. Then if I turn it off, take the key out, put the key back in, and turn it back on again it will Start "Normal" about 1/4 of the time and mess up the other 3/4 of the time...

I have to sit there and turn my car on and off sometimes 10-15 times before I can leave..


My question is Could it be my key and or ignition? I called the dealership and they said that its $900+ for the parts and $400 for install.. Thats for the remote and the ignition. They also said they were the only ones who can do the install.

(My blade key is fine,IT just will not fit into the new style remote). So they changed the remote to a new style and do not offer the old one anymore?? Hmmmm... I wonder Why? Anyways..


So I looked on Ebay and Bam $190 for the remote and the ignition. HERE

So, will the $190 Ebay Special fix it? or do I need to get a whole new ignition from MB? Or do u think its even my ignition switch or Key Mabey?

I also made a Video... Here 2002 S430 Ignition Problem - YouTube


Please Let me know what you think, I cant pay for a new ignition right now.

Thanks!
Joey