1991 Mercedes Benz 420sel Ignition Switch Stuck Will Turn Key Opens Trunk Doors

1991 MERCEDES BENZ 420SEL
284,737 MILES
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My ignition switch is stuck and will not turn but my key opens the trunk and doors. I was told by a mechanic to take a claw hammer and hit the switch but I found that odd and didn't do it can you help me?
Dec 15, 2012 at 9:45 PM
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i would spray some wd40 into the lock to loosen up the tumblers, not use a hammer

Roy
Dec 15, 2012 at 9:49 PM
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