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1998 Mercedes Benz SLK230 Key will not turn in ignition

Tiny
THAMMONS
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  • 1998 MERCEDES BENZ SLK230
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 120,000 MILES
THe key will not turn in ignition.
Monday, March 23rd, 2009 AT 7:33 PM

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Tiny
BLUELIGHTNIN6
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Try lubricating lock cylinder with WD40 or other light oil. Other tips for this common problem may be found at the following link..

https://www.2carpros.com/first_things/why_wont_my_ignition_switch_turn.htm

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Monday, March 23rd, 2009 AT 7:36 PM
Tiny
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You may be experiencing a failed ignition switch. A pretty common occurance on this model. Also if your steering wheel is locked solid (no movement at all) you may have a frozen steering wheel lock. This also will inhibit your key from moving in the ignition tumbler.
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Monday, March 23rd, 2009 AT 10:58 PM

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