Ignition switch not turning over

2001 MERCEDES BENZ C240
180,000 MILES • 6 CYL • RWD • AUTOMATIC
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GREGORY WILLIAMS2
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I was driving and my complete dashboard went out, nothing worked at all. So I pulled over and shut the engine off. Now my ignition switch will not turn over.
May 14, 2017 at 6:06 AM
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STRAILER
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Hello,

Locate the battery and take one of the cables off. Then take a voltmeter and see how many volts you have. If below 12 you will probably need a new battery.

Here is a guide to help you.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-voltmeter

Please run this test and get back to us so we can continue helping you.

Cheers, Ken
May 16, 2017 at 2:30 PM
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