I'm getting feedback from my mechanic, as well as parts companies and MB service centers, that the underlying problem to my steering wheel lock up is probably the Steering Lock Assembly.
Therefore, it's been recommended to replace the Steering Lock Assembly with a new one and not just replace the Ignition Lock Cylinder (or, the "ignition tumbler"). I posted my lockup experience here for those who want to read it: http://www.benzworld.org/forums/messages.asp?messno=49888&id=13&view=t )
If this is the case, then here is my new question for everyone here - what are your opinions on getting a USED steering lock assembly vs. a new one? I have found one online for about $50 used and thinking about searching junk yards in the area for one. A new lock assembly costs $240.
My first plan was to replace the ignition tumbler and hope that would resolve this issue. One MB service dept. told me to proceed in this way and so has my mechanic. All others have said to just replace the steering lock assembly, along with getting a new ignition tumbler.
Needless to say, I am back at square one with this situation, although I'm doing my best to keep my steering wheel from locking until I can get this all under control.
What's your opinion?
Thanks.
Therefore, it's been recommended to replace the Steering Lock Assembly with a new one and not just replace the Ignition Lock Cylinder (or, the "ignition tumbler"). I posted my lockup experience here for those who want to read it: http://www.benzworld.org/forums/messages.asp?messno=49888&id=13&view=t )
If this is the case, then here is my new question for everyone here - what are your opinions on getting a USED steering lock assembly vs. a new one? I have found one online for about $50 used and thinking about searching junk yards in the area for one. A new lock assembly costs $240.
My first plan was to replace the ignition tumbler and hope that would resolve this issue. One MB service dept. told me to proceed in this way and so has my mechanic. All others have said to just replace the steering lock assembly, along with getting a new ignition tumbler.
Needless to say, I am back at square one with this situation, although I'm doing my best to keep my steering wheel from locking until I can get this all under control.
What's your opinion?
Thanks.