Key Stuck - New Parts Installed But Key Won't Turn - PLEASE HELP!

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Emergency help and advice from Kent Bergsma. Be careful when installing a new tumbler into your steering lock assembly. The the correct parts are not used or the install is not done correctly you can lock up the key to where it will not turn. Then you REALLY ARE STUCK!. Kent explains the three key reasons why this can happen, what you can do to avoid it, and some special techniques and “emergency” tools you can use to save the day!


Link to on demand video cutting lock and tumbler out of 90’s W124: https://mercedessource.com/store/removing-a-totally-stuck-key-and-steering-lock-assembly-demand-video

New tumblers and lock assemblies: https://mercedessource.com/store/search?keys=steering%20lock

Written manual removing and replacing steering lock assembly: https://mercedessource.com/store/ignition-steering-lock-removal-and-replacement-manual-kent-bergsma

Tool kit to remove screw cap style tumbler: https://mercedessource.com/store/snap-cap-style-ignition-tumbler-service-and-replacement-deluxe-tool-kit-w-extras

Tool kit to remove snap cap style tumbler: https://mercedessource.com/store/screw-cap-style-ignition-tumbler-service-and-replacement-tool-kit
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