Very nice film. A year ago I had the same problem at two W124 at the same time. Reason is probably that because we had two more or less identical cars, we sometimes used wrong key..:-). The first I tried to drill out, no success (still driving without key). Second I deliverd to a mercedes repair, success but costly.
thanks for this. However, an ordinary wire wont be so effective. You need to use a pretty stiff material to push the lock. I used the smallest allen wrench(heat treated steel) and filed a taper at the end.
@solstingr ok thank you. It seems that I have to do the same. I have drilled out more or less the whole cylinder, but the remainong part of cylinder is still stuck. But now I can start the engine with a screwdriver and drive the car to the garage :)
thank you! hope this works on a 1992 300d! Just as of today it locks up and wont turn unless I fight with the steering wheel and the key at the same time! I know this is common, not sure if changing ignition will fix it or not?
I have a Chrysler crossfire. It uses the same Mercedes system. I ordered a new tumbler and maintenance key from the dealer (i didn't see your video until after ordering). I forgot to insert the blk cap between the key & tumbler BEFORE reinstalling the tumbler back into the lock assembly. Even though the blk cap is not on, I cannot get the tumbler back out. The key will not turn because the blk cap is not on the locking assembly. How do I get the tumbler out?
@solstingr hi. How did you manage to fix ? My key is broken with a part stuck in the hole, and it's not possible to to turn the to ACC or start. But for some reason I can turn the outer part of the tumbler so I manage to slide in a pin in the small hole. But it's not possible to screw off the black part and release the tumbler...
Great. Very clear explaination. My steering is locked , can't turn the key in 2 position. Been trying to wiggle the steering wheel and try to turn the key to unlock the steering lock. Any idea how to solve it? Thanks
Hello. Nice to watch this movie but... i do have another type of steerling lock on my W123 (79). I don't have the space to use a paperclip. Somebody ? Grz,
j'ai une vito N° chassis: WDFC3970313202802 Il est à 72996Km et le moteur tourne quand on agit sur la clé mais ne démarre pas. Nous avons changé le rail car le star diag marquait baisse de pression du rail mais tjrs le même probleme. Qlq"un pour m"aider
Thanks for that. I'm just about to remove the barrel on my 1986 500 SEC. You have saved me some heartache. Cheers. John. Now to find some wire!
thats the first time I've heard Dead Kennedys on a demo video 👌
it worked on my 1988 190d as well. you rock brother! thank you.
Thank you for this. Used it on my '81 300SD (different dashboard but sane tumbler) and removed the tumbler in a minute!
Cool, I was going to ask if this is the same for an 83 SD, seems to be so, thanks for taking the time to put it up here!
Thanks buddy, just swappes out my broken tumbler after seeing your video.
Man is that easy if you know what to do!!! Thanks for your time and knowledge making this video!!!
VERY HELPFUL!
You the best short and precisely. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Thanks a lot
Very nice film. A year ago I had the same problem at two W124 at the same time. Reason is probably that because we had two more or less identical cars, we sometimes used wrong key..:-). The first I tried to drill out, no success (still driving without key). Second I deliverd to a mercedes repair, success but costly.
Thanks bro!!!! You have not idea, you save me from paying lots of money!!! Thannks bro!
thanks for this. However, an ordinary wire wont be so effective. You need to use a pretty stiff material to push the lock. I used the smallest allen wrench(heat treated steel) and filed a taper at the end.
@solstingr ok thank you. It seems that I have to do the same. I have drilled out more or less the whole cylinder, but the remainong part of cylinder is still stuck. But now I can start the engine with a screwdriver and drive the car to the garage :)
thanks man. Now i go to try this in my Mercedes Sprinter 2010 year. ty again
thank you! hope this works on a 1992 300d! Just as of today it locks up and wont turn unless I fight with the steering wheel and the key at the same time! I know this is common, not sure if changing ignition will fix it or not?
Very helpful and excellent video
Thanks! This was a great help.
Thank you so much I lost the key to mine so does this still apply?
hola...eso tambien sevira para la splinter??
I have a Chrysler crossfire. It uses the same Mercedes system. I ordered a new tumbler and maintenance key from the dealer (i didn't see your video until after ordering). I forgot to insert the blk cap between the key & tumbler BEFORE reinstalling the tumbler back into the lock assembly. Even though the blk cap is not on, I cannot get the tumbler back out. The key will not turn because the blk cap is not on the locking assembly. How do I get the tumbler out?
what if the key won’t turn?.
thanks for sharing!
@solstingr Try rocking the car while turning the key and moving the steering wheel...
Thanks, very very helpful.
@Ostreom I have this same issue now. What was your result? I was hoping to get the key out and use the alternate. Help!
@solstingr WOW! It's awesome that you know that!
@solstingr hi. How did you manage to fix ? My key is broken with a part stuck in the hole, and it's not possible to to turn the to ACC or start. But for some reason I can turn the outer part of the tumbler so I manage to slide in a pin in the small hole. But it's not possible to screw off the black part and release the tumbler...
Thank you! Very clear and easy to follow. Great video, Thumbs up!!!
I have ordered the switch, but I can't get mine to turn on my 91 300D 2.5. What should I do?
Did the broken piece come off? My dad broke the key in my car. :-(
Is this technique the same on the 1981-85 300sd? My key stuck and stranded us! Thanks for the well done video work!
Thank you very much
No gira el cilindro de la llave como logro que gire
La llave no pasa a accesorio está asta cada y no podemos que hacemos
How can you get it off if you can't put it on Excel
Thanks... I want to remove the dashboard but now its ok
Great. Very clear explaination. My steering is locked , can't turn the key in 2 position. Been trying to wiggle the steering wheel and try to turn the key to unlock the steering lock. Any idea how to solve it? Thanks
hannief syahiran hi did you ever figure out how to do it?
You have to remove the steering lock pin. Remove the entire lock assembly and file down the lock pin.
Thanks that helped
Hello.
Nice to watch this movie but... i do have another type of steerling lock on my W123 (79). I don't have the space to use a paperclip. Somebody ?
Grz,
excellent,,thanks, I just about wasted $34.95 plus $7.50 shipping for some Tool when this will do the job perfectly..
Lost the key to a 1981 mased 500 tried to get the old lock out . Having luck
@solstingr Your steeling wheel lock seized.
Mercedes 300D Ignition Tumbler Removal
Super...
thank's for movie. Year ago In my w124 I drilled in the ignition..
j'ai une vito N° chassis: WDFC3970313202802 Il est à 72996Km et le moteur tourne quand on agit sur la clé mais ne démarre pas. Nous avons changé le rail car le star diag marquait baisse de pression du rail mais tjrs le même probleme. Qlq"un pour m"aider
i think prople should make videos on how to steal a car made in 2011
drill is the only option
Hi my problem is with out the key?
Same
@gsa88 Wow, good eye.
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This tactic work 500 SL 1991
How the Mercedes key worked hard
Usta necesen
GREAT MUSIC ON THE RADIO!!! DEAD KENNEDYS, HALLOWEEN........
W123 ignition
da erzählst du aber was ganz neues!
Now i know how to steal a Mercedes
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Radio Sony XPlod... :-)
How the Mercedes key worked hard