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Dec 1, 2006 · 561 posts · Joined 2004. #8 · May 20, 2008. To unlock the trunk manually: while inserting the key push the lock in and turn it to the left about 1/4 turn. Key needs to remain in the lock. Try this a few times, it should release. It may also release easier if your car is unlocked... the doors that is. 3 posts · Joined 2009. #1 · Sep 11, 2009. Hello! I purchased my C230 new from the dealership in 2003 and have had absolutely no problems with this issue until now. about a week ago the alarm just went off for no reason, no lights blinking , just alarm, and putting the key in the ignition or pushing the panic button (both recommended in the ...The key (electronic key); 2. The electronic ignition switch (eis, the place where you put your key in); 3. steering locker; 4 the central electronic circuit module. If only one …2005 c230 kompressor. ... When the key is validated by the EIS, it sends a signal to the ESL to unlock the steering wheel. If the key won't turn in the EIS, it is either because the vehicle battery is too low or ... BenzWorld.org forum is one of the largest Mercedes-Benz owner websites offering the most comprehensive collection of ...If your Mercedes-Benz E320’s key won’t turn, check to see if the transmission is in Park. Many models will prevent the key from turning if the car isn’t in park when turned off. Make sure your car’s parking brake is enabled before you do anything else. This should prevent the car from rolling away if the transmission lock fails (or your ...Your Mercedes key fob doesn’t work after changing the battery. 2. Your Mercedes key fob has stopped working with no warning or explanation. 3. Your keyless remote or key fob won’t unlock doors. 4. The panic button and/or trunk unlock features don’t work. Your problem is likely that the fob can start the car but will not allow you to ...Weaverdon. 1 post · Joined 2009. #13 · Nov 26, 2009. Dome light won't go off. I would hate to be the bearer of bad news, but there is a good possibility that the culprit isn't a mechanical switch. It could be the PSE pump assembly ( part # 2108002948), located under the rear passenger seat near the battery.My 2005 C320 Remote key is not working properly, i have to take the key very close to the driver's door opener, before it can unlock and lock the doors. w...2005 c230 kompressor smart key/alarm issue. ... #1 · Jun 24, 2013. Went to start car this morning to no avail. Smart key wont turn at all in ignition. Took batteries out ... BenzWorld.org forum is one of the largest Mercedes-Benz owner websites offering the most comprehensive collection of Mercedes-Benz information anywhere in the ...Remove the metal key from the key fob. You must slide the locking tab with your thumb and pull out the metal key. Insert the key into the trunk lock cylinder. Turn the key until you hear the trunk pop open. : Avoid jump-starting your Mercedes-Benz by connecting the jumper cables directly to the battery. Instead, use the positive jumper starter ... If your SmartKey isn't working, you might need to re-sync it. The main symptoms are the key won't unlock the doors or start the car. You may see a blinking red light when you press a button. Insert the key and turn it to the "ON" position, then press and release the lock button on the key. Press and hold the remote's unlock button.I have a 2005 Mercedes c230 kompressor. When i put the key. I have a 2005 Mercedes c230 kompressor. When i put the key in the ignition, it doesnt turn and the car wont start. ... I have a 2006 C230 sport, the key won't turn. The lights work, the radio works, and the alarm works, doors lock and unlock. Is it my remote that's the issue?May 3, 2021 · I have a 2005 Mercedes c230 kompressor. When i put the key in the ignition, it doesnt turn and the car wont start. I changed the battery on the fob, when i hit the buttons the little red light blinks and i used a camera to check the infrared. They all work. Why wont it start? Mercedes Benz key won't turn trick. Mercedes Benz 1999 C230 Kompressor sport , C-Class , W202 key will not turn in the ignition.That is a common Mercedes problem. 1 people found this helpful. It is possible for a battery to be sulfated (losing usable space within) "capacity" at 4 years. That can reduce capacity it must be rated for and still posess. A battery rated better than enough has always been the answer when I have serviced Merc's.Aug 22, 2012 · I was so mad why they dont put the battery inside the trunk like the W140.... then my mech teach me a trick. 1) pop the rear brake light bulb out. 2) get a 12V battery. 3) get two wire, small one. 4) negative to metal and positive into light blub... you should able to get power just to open the door lock, and YES! 2005 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor 1.8L 5-spd (722.6) — WDBRF40JX5⦁⦁⦁⦁⦁⦁⦁ Key Wont Turn And Instrument Cluster Turns On When Key Is Inserted Terminal 15 Remains On All The TimeSep 22, 2015 · Mercedes Technician. Associate Degree. 57,141 satisfied customers. I have a 2005 mercedes c230 kompressor, all my lights work, Hi, I have a 2005 mercedes c230 kompressor, all my lights work, battery is good, dash lights up, but when i turn my key, theres is "no crank" … read more. Aug 22, 2012 · I was so mad why they dont put the battery inside the trunk like the W140.... then my mech teach me a trick. 1) pop the rear brake light bulb out. 2) get a 12V battery. 3) get two wire, small one. 4) negative to metal and positive into light blub... you should able to get power just to open the door lock, and YES! Dec 31, 2009 · 6) Gently removed the panel on the shifter assembly (the one that has the shifter gate and has a wood veneer). Same thing carefully lifting up each corner. 7) Removed the switch cover for the W / S switch (Winter / Standard) - which then exposes a circuit board. No lights won't turn on. C230. 2005 sorry. ... keyfob won't turn 2003 mercedes sl 500 JA: Would you prefer help from an online mechanic or a recommendation for a repair shop in your area? ... 2000 C230 Kompressor Won't start. Lights are bright. Key sometimes turns on dash indicator lights. ...RELATED: How to Hotwire a Car in an Emergency (8 Easy Steps) 4. Pick the Lock. Another old-fashioned method is to pick the lock and turn the ignition to unlock the steering wheel lock. This method may require some skills, but it is possible to pick the lock just to unlock the steering wheel lock.

Jun 30, 2022 · The most common reasons a Mercedes-Benz C230 key won't turn are a binding steering column/lock, an ignition switch issue, or a problem with the ignition key. 0 % 35 % of the time it's the Binding Steering Column/Lock 0 % 27 % of the time it's the Ignition Switch 0 % 20 % of the time it's the Ignition Key 0 % 18 % of the time it's Something else Step 1. Remove the metal key from your Mercedes key fob to enter the car. Use it to unlock the driver’s door manually. The alarm will go off when you manually open the driver’s door. Don’t worry! The alarm should stop when you insert the key into the ignition, as described in the next few steps. Next, remove the Start / Stop button from ...Aug 21, 2012 · 2. Insert key into ignition. 3. Hold down the power UNLOCK button on the driver's door panel, continue to hold down. until instructed to release in step 9. 4. Perform steps 5 through 8 in a fairly rapid succession. 5. Turn the ignition to the ON position (as far as you can go without starting the engine.) Try this, it is the procedure for resetting the ASSIST computer on many Mercs. 1...Turn Key to position No:2 in the ignition / steering lock and immediately press AND Hold the button "000.0" (the trip reset button) TWICE within the space of 1 (one) second. 2…Turn the key to position No: 0 in the ignition / steering lock. Then release the …Insert key into ignition. 3. Hold down the power UNLOCK button on the driver's door panel, continue to hold down. until instructed to release in step 9. 4. Perform steps 5 through 8 in a fairly rapid succession. 5. Turn the ignition to the ON position (as far as you can go without starting the engine.) 6.

A problem that Mercedes-Benz owners may face is the key no longer turns in the ignition. This issue is often caused by a defective key, a bad shifter module, a failed Electronic Ignition Switch (EIS), the EIS-EZS, or a bad steering lock module (ESL). This problem can affect various Mercedes-Benz models, including E-Class, S-Class, C-Class, CLK ... Then get a rubber mallet immediately. Remove the shift knob by turning the chrome lock 1/4 turn and pull straight off. Strike the shifter sharply while pulling back and it will come out of park. Works until you can get it fixed. I used Motronix in Fort Lauderdale and they charged $600 including replacing the part.Aug 12, 2009 · Make sure the key is set to OFF. Turn the headlight switch off. Turn the switch back to ON, then OFF again. Turn the switch back to the Auto position. Make sure the lights come on. Wait for the amount of time you want the headlights to stay on, then turn the switch back to OFF once more. …

Reader Q&A - also see RECOMMENDED ARTICLES & FAQs. Step 2 – Turn key to 'off' position. Turn . Possible cause: 97 C230 won't start, nothing happens when key turns. Just bought my 2nd C23.