Steering wheel lock not working, so car is not starting c...


Steering wheel lock not working, so car is not starting c300 Mechanic's Assistant: Have you checked the battery, particularly the terminal connections? Are they corroded? I guess I can check battery is in back. lights see...

Steering wheel lock not working, so car is not starting c300 Mechanic's Assistant: Have you checked the battery, particularly the terminal connections? Are they corroded? I guess I can check battery is in back. lights seem to work when I unlock car and car unlocks like has good power, as soon as I turn the key lights go off Mechanic's Assistant: What year is your C300? 2011 Mechanic's Assistant: Are you fixing your C300 yourself? What have you tried so far? Usually when I turn key to on position, you would hear a little motor noise, now there is now motor noise Mechanic's Assistant: Anything else you want the Mechanic to know before I connect you? Nope thats it, not sure if I want to fix my self, want to get quote for fix and maybe even possible esl by pass fix?

Automotive Expert
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Hi Yes I tried to jump start. Doesn't even try to turn at allI have a odbii module I can send you the codes tonight when I get home. I didn't really even think about that, but yeah I probably should to make sure. I'm pretty sure it is the steering wheel lock causing it not to start. I have been having a couple of episodes the last few months where I have to move the steering wheel a for it to engage and then it starts. But this time no dice!
Automotive Expert
Ok sounds good. If your scan tool can connect to the steering module then it will give you some codes.

ok so here are the codes 0140, 0174, 0128, 0497, 0171
Automotive Expert
Ok those are engine codes and wouldn't cause the problem you are having. You'll need to scan the steering module for codes.

Okay, how do I do that?I thought it odbii would scan everything?
Automotive Expert
You would use a scan tool that plugs up to OBD plug but you'll need a special scan tool to access the steering.

Bafx Products Wireless Bluetooth Obd2 Scanner Diagnostic Code Reader & Scan Tool for Android Devices Only - Scan, Reset & Clear Car Check Engine Light https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005NLQAHS/ref=cm\_sw\_r\_sm\_apa\_fabc\_4oH5FbTCRXSZT?\_encoding=UTF8&psc=1Will this be able to read in?Steering wheel codes
Automotive Expert
No. That's only for the check engine light. The cheapest scan tool I am aware of that can do this testing is about $3500.

Oh wow..what can I do next. Will a esl by pass module work on my c class
Automotive Expert
You'll need to get this to a repair shop. A diagnostic would cost less than any part you can buy to fix it. It may just need to be reset.

But if it was the steering wheel lock mechanism if that needed to be replaced how much is that for repairCan you be or can this service come out and take a look at it and read the codes. I'm just trying to figure out what to do before I get it towed anywhere cuz once I tow it somewhere then it's it's hard to go anywhere else.
Automotive Expert
You can search online for a mobile mechanic to come out and test it for you.

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