Tagged: Ignition Key

W126 Ignition tumbler replacement 4

W126 Ignition tumbler replacement

When new, a W126 Mercedes would have come with four keys: Two square headed master keys. One round headed valet keys. A flat ‘wallet’ key. The master keys were designed for everyday use and opened all locks on the car: doors, ignition, glove box and boot.   The valet key is similar, but does not open the glove box or boot if manually looked....

280CE sticking ignition key 1

280CE sticking ignition key

I had a problem with the 280CE sticking ignition key.  This can turn into a real problem as the way to change the tumbler requires you to be able to move it, so if you cannot, then you end up having to take drastic measures to remove it.   It is much better to replace it while it can still move. You have two...

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