In this video, i'm diagnosing a intermittently working EIS (Electronic Ignition Switch) for a client.Do you suspect that your EIS is malfunctioning? Not sure
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
Engine dies: This is one of the most common symptoms of a bad ignition switch. Worn switch contacts can momentarily cause a loss of voltage to vital systems, such as the engine controls. This causes the engine to stall. Engine won’t start: The ignition switch supplies power to starter motor, ignition system and engine controls.
I called my local Benz dealership and spoke with the service technician. I told him my problem and he advised me of 3 possible problems: - ignition switch failure. - brake switch failure. - gear selector failure. I ruled out the ignition switch failure, as I could easily start the car and shift the car past "Park".
8 posts · Joined 2017. #1 · Dec 7, 2017. My 2009 ML500 W164 has a dead or dodgy ignition switch module that I now have to remove. Has anyone removed one on a right hand drive model? The left hand drive models are easy as you go in via the centre consul, but I can't find any videos or instructions to get to the unit on a right hand drive model.
2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350 53,500 mi, Visitor. Turn key and intermittent no crank/no start, attempt 2/3/4 times before it cranks and starts. Service visit to MB dealer charged $430 labor & $545 for EIS/ignition starter switch replacement. WOW! 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350. Hi, and thanks for the walkthrough. Had a bunch of problems with the ignition lately. I bought a bunch of new components for the ignition: tumbler, ignition switch, and steering lock. Had them installed by my shop, and in just two days I got another problem. When I put key into pos. 2, none of the dash lights come on, and the starter cranks. bcj3.
