stuck ignition key cylinder

1998 MERCEDES BENZ 500SL
190,000 MILES • 5.0L • V8 • RWD • AUTOMATIC
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ONOPOLK7675
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key will only turn to number 1 position. wheel turns, shifter is free to shift, radio power. no accesories, no window control,
Mar 3, 2016 at 5:02 PM
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It sounds like the ignition key tumbler has gone bad, what if you jiggle the key while you turn, or take the steering wheel and move it, check out this article for more information.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/ignition-switch-wont-turn-stuck

Please let me know what you find
Mar 11, 2016 at 3:49 PM
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