Thank you do much for this! I was trying to remove the electronic ignition switch from my 2003 G Wagon--and couldn't figure out "the trick" for getting that threaded collar to move without damaging it.
For the older Mercedes models, the removal process is slightly different than the one on the video. Here are a few pointers on how to remove that. First, Remove lower instrument panel cover below steering wheel. Remove snap-in panel around ignition key cylinder. Disconnect wiring connectors from steering lock housing and from rear of ignition switch. Turn ignition key to No. 1 position. Loosen steering lock housing retaining clamp bolt, located near steering column. In locking pin, located to left of retaining clamp on jacket tubing. Leave retaining clamp on jacket tubing. Pull steering lock housing out of jacket tubing slightly. Remove ignition key to enable removal of steering lock housing from jacket tubing. With steering lock housing removed from jacket tubing, ignition switch can now be removed from rear of steering lock housing by removing 3 retaining screws And just like that the ignition will be out. I hope the above information is helpful. And If I have access to one of this bad-boys, I will make a small video to show how to. Let me know how it goes.
I have not heard many cases where noise comes from the ignition switch. The ones common with W202 models is noise coming from around the dashboard area and that one usually is related to bad a/c flap actuators. But for your case, I think it may be an electrical issue with your ignition.
@@all-about-cars-basics Thanks, I removed it from w211 and I had to cut plastic to get it out from behind comand. Now it's easy to remove and put back. I still don't know is my key or lock bad. I heated parts in oven 60C and after that they work again but probably not for long. Comand is also bad so I put it in oven also 😄
Good video also I have a question. : when you replace the electronic ignition switch ( EIS) you also need to replace the electronic steering lock ( ESL) ? Cause my Mercedes has the steering wheel locked I put the key in but does not turn and just onces the steering wheel unlocked but the car did not start. I took the battery to a battery shop they said the battery is fully charge
Thinking of buying a car and previous owner friend shoved a screwdriver in the ignition messing it up gonna replace it. It can I use old key or have to buy and ignition and whole new key to program it
@@Sickwiddit2820 You will need a new EIS and yes, if your model of vehicle requires the key to be programmed, generally vehicles 2014 and newer can be re-programmed to the new EIS.
My ignite switch fell inside while I was just turning the key, so now I’m watching videos trying to see if there is a minimally invasive way to get it back out so I can start the car but it’s looking to be too difficult for me to do so 😢
Sorry about that. I think the easy way would be to remove the steering lower cover and it is just right there. If you want to use it while there then you will forego the cover for now. But I would not advise that. What I would advise is look for the front part of the lock that came out and put it together. It is really easy and will fix your problem. Let me know how it goes.
@@all-about-cars-basicsthank you so much for your advice, I really appreciate it! I can’t find a video showing how to remove the steering wheel cover, do you know of any?
Thank you so much. Lol and yes I did show how to remove the radio. I made it a separate video. here is the link. ua-cam.com/video/fhEMzpBwPE0/v-deo.html
@@all-about-cars-basics my car turns on and cranks , but none of my accessories work on the dash , it only works when it wants too , also sometimes its does not read my key
@@PedroHernandez-bx2qi It sounds like you may be experiencing an electrical issue with your car. The fact that your car turns on and cranks, but none of your accessories work on the dash, suggests a possible problem with the electrical system. This could be caused by a faulty fuse, a loose connection, or a problem with the wiring. But if all of these started when you started having problems with your key and ignition switch, I think you should have your key checked because the key's transponder may be going bad. Most cases I have had, it's not usually the EIS that goes bad. But it's the key's transponder that does.
Check and see if your car battery is fully charged. Also you may want to make sure that the car is in park. Many things can cause the key not turning issue.
Do you mean putting it back? If so, you just push it in and it has some kind of a housing it will lock into, and you can finish by screwing back the front O-ring thing.
How Do I Remove The Radio On A 03 Mercedes Benz CLK 320 To Access It? I Tried To Remove The Climate Control Unit Like In This Video But I Can’t Get It To Come Out All The Way Thank You
@@Cree.money1 In most cases, I prefer you take it from under the steering wheel. Just remove the cover and you will access it with ease. But if you prefer removing the radio. Then for CLK320, start removing it from your gear lever, and you will need Torx 20 tool to remove the climate control housing.
For those who are interested to know how to remove the steering wheel lower cover here is a link to show how: ua-cam.com/video/1-SCNkmLG7U/v-deo.html
you are my hero today, thanks!!
Lol, you are welcome.
Thank you do much for this! I was trying to remove the electronic ignition switch from my 2003 G Wagon--and couldn't figure out "the trick" for getting that threaded collar to move without damaging it.
You are welcome. I am glad the video was helpful.
How to remove ignition Mercedes-Benz 1997 180
For the older Mercedes models, the removal process is slightly different than the one on the video. Here are a few pointers on how to remove that.
First, Remove lower instrument panel cover below steering wheel. Remove snap-in panel around ignition key cylinder. Disconnect
wiring connectors from steering lock housing and from rear of ignition switch. Turn ignition key to No. 1 position.
Loosen steering lock housing retaining clamp bolt, located near steering column.
In locking pin, located to left of retaining clamp on jacket tubing. Leave retaining clamp on jacket tubing. Pull steering lock housing out of jacket tubing slightly.
Remove ignition key to enable removal of steering lock housing from jacket tubing. With steering lock housing removed from jacket tubing, ignition switch can now be removed from rear of
steering lock housing by removing 3 retaining screws
And just like that the ignition will be out. I hope the above information is helpful. And If I have access to one of this bad-boys, I will make a small video to show how to. Let me know how it goes.
I lost my car key and I just bring key and key reader ( ignition switch ) to replace and will the car work as it’s much cheaper for me
If you have the EIS and the new key , yes it will work.
Question, I'm replacing my ignition switch but what about my key. Is it still going to work with same key?
It will not work with the key unless you program them to work together.
The ignition in my W202 (2000 C230) sometimes makes a clicking noise when the car is on. Any ideas why?
Thank you in advance!
I have not heard many cases where noise comes from the ignition switch. The ones common with W202 models is noise coming from around the dashboard area and that one usually is related to bad a/c flap actuators. But for your case, I think it may be an electrical issue with your ignition.
But does it need to register the new ignition switch and key to the car main computer board?
If you are replacing a new key FOB and new EIS yes, you have to have it programmed to the car.
Thanks !!
You welcome.
How can you get it back in place?
You push it in and hold it from behind as you put the front ring to lock from the outside.
Will do a video of that next time.
@@all-about-cars-basics Thanks, I removed it from w211 and I had to cut plastic to get it out from behind comand.
Now it's easy to remove and put back.
I still don't know is my key or lock bad.
I heated parts in oven 60C and after that they work again but probably not for long.
Comand is also bad so I put it in oven also 😄
@@Fubarpapa Lol! that is very interesting. I am glad you put it back safely. When you say your lock may be bad, are you referring to the door lock?
@@all-about-cars-basics I mean EIS.
It works somethimes now but something is wrong.
Good video also I have a question. : when you replace the electronic ignition switch ( EIS) you also need to replace the electronic steering lock ( ESL) ? Cause my Mercedes has the steering wheel locked I put the key in but does not turn and just onces the steering wheel unlocked but the car did not start. I took the battery to a battery shop they said the battery is fully charge
You need to program it to your car if you replaced it from another car. They don't work automatically.
How about if I buy it new do I still need to program the key ?
@@luisarzola7412yes always
Thinking of buying a car and previous owner friend shoved a screwdriver in the ignition messing it up gonna replace it. It can I use old key or have to buy and ignition and whole new key to program it
@@Sickwiddit2820 You will need a new EIS and yes, if your model of vehicle requires the key to be programmed, generally vehicles 2014 and newer can be re-programmed to the new EIS.
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My ignite switch fell inside while I was just turning the key, so now I’m watching videos trying to see if there is a minimally invasive way to get it back out so I can start the car but it’s looking to be too difficult for me to do so 😢
Sorry about that. I think the easy way would be to remove the steering lower cover and it is just right there. If you want to use it while there then you will forego the cover for now. But I would not advise that. What I would advise is look for the front part of the lock that came out and put it together. It is really easy and will fix your problem. Let me know how it goes.
The from part/lock is still in place just the ignition switch itself fell inwards
@@all-about-cars-basicsthank you so much for your advice, I really appreciate it! I can’t find a video showing how to remove the steering wheel cover, do you know of any?
@@michellepompa8951 Which Mercedes are you working on?
@@all-about-cars-basics 2008 Mercedes r350
nice vid but BRO i like how you did not show the MOST important thing radio removal. omg
Thank you so much. Lol and yes I did show how to remove the radio. I made it a separate video. here is the link.
ua-cam.com/video/fhEMzpBwPE0/v-deo.html
@@all-about-cars-basics what link?
@@josephfuller6930 on my chat above. but let me link it here still; ua-cam.com/video/fhEMzpBwPE0/v-deo.html
My car starts but it’s thinks it’s only half way on my radio turns off after like 20 mins due because it thinks it’s off ?
2001 s500 amg
I do not understand your question well. Just type in Spanish, I will understand better.
@@all-about-cars-basics my car turns on and cranks , but none of my accessories work on the dash , it only works when it wants too , also sometimes its does not read my key
@@PedroHernandez-bx2qi It sounds like you may be experiencing an electrical issue with your car. The fact that your car turns on and cranks, but none of your accessories work on the dash, suggests a possible problem with the electrical system. This could be caused by a faulty fuse, a loose connection, or a problem with the wiring.
But if all of these started when you started having problems with your key and ignition switch, I think you should have your key checked because the key's transponder may be going bad. Most cases I have had, it's not usually the EIS that goes bad. But it's the key's transponder that does.
When I insert the key, it does not turn, and the fan turns on automatically. Mercedes w220 s500
Check and see if your car battery is fully charged. Also you may want to make sure that the car is in park. Many things can cause the key not turning issue.
Also, low battery on your key can cause that too.
how to get it back?
Do you mean putting it back? If so, you just push it in and it has some kind of a housing it will lock into, and you can finish by screwing back the front O-ring thing.
@@all-about-cars-basics yes i mean putting it back
🤦🏿♂️ bruh didn’t show the most important part
😃😃which part is that?
How Do I Remove The Radio On A 03 Mercedes Benz CLK 320 To Access It? I Tried To Remove The Climate Control Unit Like In This Video But I Can’t Get It To Come Out All The Way Thank You
@@Cree.money1 In most cases, I prefer you take it from under the steering wheel. Just remove the cover and you will access it with ease. But if you prefer removing the radio. Then for CLK320, start removing it from your gear lever, and you will need Torx 20 tool to remove the climate control housing.
It Worked! Pulled It Out From The Bottom Of The Steering Thank You!!!!
@@Cree.money1 I am glad it did. It is always easier that way.