1998 Mercedes Benz Other Car C230 Ignition Switch Does Turn You Put Key Inside

1998 MERCEDES BENZ
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my car is a C230. The ignition switch does not turn when you put the key inside why? The car is with the mechanic in the garage. if I get another mechanic from outside how long will he take to fix this ? (approximately)
Oct 24, 2012 at 9:28 AM
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Probably the ignition key barrel has failed it will be a 2 Hr or so job to get a new barrel fitted, i would check this first.
Oct 24, 2012 at 10:29 AM
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