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cekimble 04-24-2004 10:13 AM

removing ignition lock housing 86 300E
 
I need to replace the lock housing, My key is stuck and I can't turn to the position to replace the tumbler, any advice?

how do I remove the lock housing?

Any and all advice is greatly appreciated.
CK

MB STARS 04-24-2004 11:37 AM

Do a search on ignition switch or steering lock at top of this page

jrmd01 04-24-2004 12:33 PM

Just did mine a few weeks ago.

You'll need to turn your key to the #1 position otherwise you're in for a long painful (or $$$$$) job.

1. Turn you key to the #1 position
2. Place a small wire into the holes
3. Pull ignition out
4. Reverse for installation of new tumbler (approx $100-150)

It's that simple if you can get it into the #1 postion. It'll take you about 15 minutes. Do a search as suggested by "MB STARS". I know there are some post with pics to guide you through this process.

If you can't turn the key to the #1 positon then you'll have to drill it out. If you take it to the dealers that will cost you approx $400-600.

EricSilver 05-06-2004 01:13 PM

I concur with jrmd01.

If you can't get that key to turn, get your checkbook ready.

That happened to me last year, and the ignition had to be drilled out.


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