How to replace 06 Mercedes ml 350 Electronic ignition switch (EIS) with just a flat screw driver!!!

2005 - 2010 mercedes ML350 Electronic ignition switch replacement with a flat screw driver..
This also works on most of the mercedes sedans..

[@brianmetcalfe3303]

Really grateful brother.
I'm a 76 year old former merc service manager.
But you almost saved my sanity.
So bloody happy.

[@curtis9215]

You are welcome my brother

[@JoeAnania]

THANK YOU!!

[@curtis9215]

@JoeAnania you are welcome man!!!

[@hanial-shadadi9122]

it is very helpful

[@behzadsarang6744]

Thanks, is wonderful

[@curtis9215]

Thank you!!!

[@khaledm1708]

Straight to the POOIIIINT lol 👍🏼

[@shericeyoungblood3489]

I have questions did you have to have the key reprogrammed? Did you use the same key?

[@curtis9215]

The key needs to be reprogram

[@curtis9215]

Yes the key needs to be reprogram

[@SaultiBalldeip]

Uhhh the stereo has 2 T10 torque screws that need removing, then you pull down on the tabs the screws were holding in place and you can manually slide the deck out.
Yours obviously is missing the screws.
PS...please DO NOT use a metal screwdriver to remove the fascia's.
Use proper plastic spudgers.

[@krisraw5350]

thanks ..waz useful bro 🙏💯

[@curtis9215]

Thank you man🙏🏿

[@SomDon]

Thanks bruv

[@artt.4255]

Hi, what was wrong with the ignition switch? I’m having a problem when turning the switch. The front dash lights doesn’t come on and car doesn’t start. Sometimes when the key turn and lights come on, it starts. Not sure if it’s the ignition switch or battery issue.

[@ammreid]

switch issue, probably de-soldered joints on white 3pin relay

[@scottromine4955]

@@ammreid This is the fourth video I've seen confirming what I'm currently dealing with on my ML350. But definitely the clearest on how to remove the EIS. Thanks!

[@XPawnSkumX]

@@scottromine4955 When I turn my car off it will stay running

[@user-yd4ms9tb3h]

Where did you get the new Ignition module? Did it come with fobs already .plug and play?

[@astaliebe5150]

Hey Curtis thanks for the video very helpful . I have the same car but I actually lost my keys . Can I jus replace it and get a new one like in the video I have a2006 ml350

[@curtis9215]

If you lost a key you can buy a new one and have it reprogrammed to the mercedes...

[@peterwalter5937]

Hey pal the vid is a simple and effective way to remove ignition, I have to remove mine to send off with my new and old A80 ISM (the gear change module on the gearbox) I am not changing my ignition but sending it with the modules to be programmed to the car (ML 420) if I have to replace the old ignition does it also need to be re-programmed?
Many Thanks
Peter 👍

[@curtis9215]

Yes Peter,once you are replacing the old one!!!!

[@lambimangek9505]

Do you need any specific programming of the EIS before installing or you can simply buy one and replace it

[@curtis9215]

The new one needs to be reprogrammed to your vehicle..
I can get you a new EIS and reprogram it for you if you need...
Or you can get the part and I will just do the programming...

[@brack106]

I changed my faulty ignition for a new one with a matching key the car cranked one but won’t start, when I put it in it makes contact but then it says anti theft, turn on and restart

[@KabrinaLogisticServicesLLC]

I have the same problem but my car is in Haiti where there is no Mercedes dealer or shop that specializes in Mercedes… is there anything I can do remotely?

[@curtis9215]

You remove the Eis and send it to me for repairs...

[@jamesphelps7749]

I broke my original and only key..if you get a new ignition with new fob..will u have to have it reprogrammed or will it start your vehicle..I have a 2011 ML350..the dealer wants $1500 and have your vehicle towed to the dealer..

[@CJ-fh5xq]

Always these generation of Mercedes have these types of problems. My cousin's C Class Benz have his key module work intermediately.
On my dad's ML350, one of the original key fobs stopped working. Luckily we have the other original key we don't use and that works fine.
On eBay or other websites, you can send the module to them and they can reprogram a new key out of it for around $100-$135.

[@jerrodboleware1406]

is programming needed if I purchase switch along with the matching key?

[@curtis9215]

Yes

[@jerrodboleware1406]

Is a trip to the dealership required for this?

[@vsenarma]

Good video man...
If you replace with new switch..does it needs to be programmed?

[@curtis9215]

Yes it needs to be program...

[@roadmaptobillionaire2343]

@@curtis9215 how to program it?

[@sethsteener]

@@roadmaptobillionaire2343 only a Mercedes-Benz dealer can do it. Had to take our ML to the dealer because our shop couldn’t do it.

[@ammreid]

@@sethsteener @Curtis - or you can take to a qualified locksmith that can either repair the old switch , or clone your old switch Data and transfer it to a donor switch

[@latoyaharton2902]

My truck is a 2011 will this work for me?

[@curtis9215]

Yes it should work on the 2011 models too..

[@astaliebe5150]

Any knowledge would be greatly appreciated

[@luckybailey]

I could use some help

[@sethsteener]

Do note: the car has to be reprogrammed by a dealer, so it would be best to just take the car to the dealer.

[@urbanharvestdfw]

Or a key smith

[@KabrinaLogisticServicesLLC]

I have the same problem but my car is in Haiti where there is no Mercedes dealer or shop that specializes in Mercedes… is there anything I can do remotely?

[@sethsteener]

@@KabrinaLogisticServicesLLC unless you have all of the computers a mercedes dealer uses to reprogram these sorts of things, unfortunately no.

[@grosama2080]

You take too long to get to the point ol boy

[@astaliebe5150]

Any knowledge would be greatly appreciated

[@curtis9215]

The new one needs to be reprogrammed to the car to have it work..

[@astaliebe5150]

@@curtis9215 is there an easy way to reprogram it to my car

[@astaliebe5150]

Or can I get a new key and program it to my Eis