engine will not start

Is the security light on solid or flashing?Also do you have a multimeter?

The security light is not on and does not flash. I have a multimeter that I used to check fuses prior to replacing them.

So the starter is inop correct?

I don't know. It started yesterday and now it won't. A local Mercedes Benz mechanic told me that it was a bad fuse. I don't know where the fuse is located that controls the ignition.

I need to know if the starter works or not so i can help you?Does the starter rotate the engine around?

No, the engine does not turn over at all.

Hey,

Here is a awesome guide on how to fix an engine that does not start.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

Please run some tests and get back to us so we can continue helping you.

Best, Ken

Car has sat for 2 years. It ran when parked. It will run with ether and it appears to have fuel pressure when line to fuel body is cracked. but car won't start

Check to make sure you are getting power to the injectors. You will need a noid light to do that. Most parts stores will lend them to you.

2006 Mercedes 500S - it is below freezing outside and the car won't start - could it be that there is ice in the exhaust - or could it be the battery even though the key works and lights go on .. car regularly serviced with no problems - Do you think this has to do wth he extreme cold?

When was the last time did you change the battery? 4 years old battery def can give you issues. I would check that 1st.

Thanks for responding. I had a new battery put in by the dealership last March (it is less than a year old). When the old battery required a jump, the smart key wouldn't work. Since the key works and lights go on, I don't think it is the battery. Since the car has been regularly serviced, I can only surmise that the cold weather is affecting something ( it is 3 degrees out). And - of course - I cannot afford to take it to the Dealer anymore. Any hope that it might start when the weather gets warmer? Thanks again.

Did you find anything with your vehicle?

Electrical problem
1993 Mercedes Benz 500sl V8 Two Wheel Drive Automatic 149000 miles

Parked car and next day wouldnt' start. Bought a new battery,but did not solve problem. Check all fuses and they are O.K. Can I get some help. (it seems to be something simple, but I am lost). Carlos.

Hi
When you say won't start do you mean it 's not cranking or it cranks but won't run?

Do not crank or anything. All ligths show in dashboard.

There are several possibilities Ignition switch, starter lockout relay, starter solenoid/motor and shift lockout switch. So to find out need to place a volt meter or test light on the starter solenoid ignition terminal turn key to see if voltage is present. Also place shifter in neutral try and start.
Let me know

I own a 1991 Mercedes-Benz sl500 and ive recently got it running after much effort. Whenever I turn the key the engine turns over with no problem but it doesnt start every time. most of the time i have to use ether to get it started. once its started whenever i try to race the engine is dies down and makes a continuous popping sound and if i dont release the gas it with stall. please help :(

Check the fuel pressure if its within specs to rule out the fuel filter and fuel pump -start here