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Anonymous Posted on Aug 28, 2015

I couldn't find my spare key to my Subaru I so I figured I would just drill out the ignition because I still have my key fob but i finally found my key and nownmy ignition won't turn. please help asap

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Are you kidding me?? Who would do that? You will have to buy an ignition lock set from Subaru and install the new ignition switch. Last I knew the set ( you have to buy the whole lock set to get the ignition switch) was well over $100. Then you have to deal with the anti-theft bolts the hold the steering lock, that holds the ignition switch, which requires special tools.
That was an expensive hole you drilled.

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SOURCE: mercedes 1999 c200 key fob

Hello Haq!
Could it be the key just needs re-coding? maybe you are worrying to much as £177 would be about right as that would need coding etc., Try phoning your local Merc dealer or take the key and V5 to them for coding (Hopefully)
Good Luck!
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Anonymous

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SOURCE: Ignition key won`t turn on my chrysler cirrus

tap the lock cylender with a small hammer it will free up the tumblers and the insert key and its working again.

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Hello, I know exactly what your talking about! and why no one else did... The error code is being displayed on your trip/odo LCD screen at the bottom of your right gauge pod if I remember correctly. Only, it\'s not Er 66... it\'s (Er bb) which is a malfunction with your vacuum pump system. I truly hope this is the same concern you are asking about, if so I am happy I could help. If it is a different problem please let me know so I can look into this matter further. I\'ve added an "error chart guide" so you will have proof this time when/if you decide to return to the dealer... Good luck!! and I hope this info helps...(subytech1)...143162913

Anonymous

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SOURCE: have mercedes E class key fob will not open doors,

If key will not turn
Car battery flat,charge or jump to activate elec ignition

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Feb 10, 2010

SOURCE: c240 mercedes key wont turn seems locked

I have a 2001 C240 with the same issue. I removed the positive battery cable from the battery and kept it off for 30 seconds then replaced it. Everything was reset and the key worked.

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