Car starts then dies

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As soon as I let go of the ignition key, the engine will die. As long as I keep the key cranked the vehicle will run, any suggestions??

ph2ocraft in Campbell CA

Mar 9, 2011

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What is your question?

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Car starts then dies

What is your question?

As soon as I let go of the ignition key, the engine will die. As long as I keep the key cranked the vehicle will run, any suggestions??

ph2ocraft in Campbell CA

Mar 9, 2011

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torque wrenchon Mar 10, 2011

Sounds like the electrical part of your ignition switch is bad. probably a bad terminal or maybe a broken wire, to the ignition position of the switch.

British European Motorson Mar 10, 2011

Ignition switch needs to be inspected fixed or replaced.

Visitoron Mar 10, 2011

It wound up being a shorted tachometer.

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What are the best Mercedes-Benz repair shops?

RepairPal Certified shops can diagnose and repair your 1990 Mercedes-Benz 560SEC. They provide transparent pricing with a minimum 12-month or 12,000-mile warranty on repairs and services.

1990 Mercedes-Benz 560SEC auto repair 1990 Mercedes-Benz 560SEC estimates 1990 Mercedes-Benz 560SEC questions 1990 Mercedes-Benz 560SEC problems 1990 Mercedes-Benz 560SEC recalls

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torque wrenchon Mar 10, 2011

Sounds like the electrical part of your ignition switch is bad. probably a bad terminal or maybe a broken wire, to the ignition position of the switch.

British European Motorson Mar 10, 2011

Ignition switch needs to be inspected fixed or replaced.

Visitoron Mar 10, 2011

It wound up being a shorted tachometer.

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