# Merc C200 Auto : The ultimate nitemare **URL:** \ **Category:** Maintenance/Repairs\ **Tags:** c-class, mercedes-benz\ **Created:** [October 27, 2013, 6:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/merc-c200-auto-the-ultimate-nitemare/81979 "2013-10-27T18:21:26Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 6\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![system](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/original/3X/1/d/1d47c66a543aa6c5a7873bb2320858f978ff52ed.png) [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Post date:** [October 27, 2013, 6:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/merc-c200-auto-the-ultimate-nitemare/81979/1 "2013-10-27T18:21:26Z")
The car: C200 1999 auto box Problem 1: Dead Electronic Ignition Switch - stuck in ‘park’ - Indy checked remote key OK Solution: Need a tow to service Problem 2: transmission is locked in ‘park’, no emergency release like any other auto I’ve owned. Problem 3: As ‘park’ locks transmission, it is impossible to move. Problem 4: PLUS - steering is also locked. … a circular set of issues that is going to be problematic for the tow guys. We have a gravel drive so I guess they can drag it up the truck rails! I would appreciate any ideas on how to help prepare for what is going to be an interesting and expensive exercise. Thanks in advance. ---
**Author:** ![knfenimore](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/k/9fc348/32.png) [@knfenimore](https://community.cartalk.com/u/knfenimore)\ **Post date:** [October 27, 2013, 6:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/merc-c200-auto-the-ultimate-nitemare/81979/2 "2013-10-27T18:36:45Z")
Video shows where the release button is [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xsjmQQrmCPQ](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xsjmQQrmCPQ) Also, wheel dollies could aid in moving the car if it is on a smooth surface. [http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product\_200578635\_200578635?cm\_mmc=Google-pla-](http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200578635_200578635?cm_mmc=Google-pla-)_-Auto%20Repair-_-Wheel%20Dollies-\_-27918&ci\_src=17588969&ci\_sku=27918&gclid=CMvwyMWet7oCFUPl7AodQxUAGA ---
**Author:** ![Caddyman](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/caddyman/32/23_2.png) [@Caddyman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Caddyman)\ **Post date:** [October 27, 2013, 6:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/merc-c200-auto-the-ultimate-nitemare/81979/3 "2013-10-27T18:38:11Z")
Tow truck drivers do this for a living, it’s not a big deal…Getting if OFF the flatbed will be more difficult, but they will manage that too. Somewhere along the way, they will get it out of park… ---
**Author:** ![system](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/original/3X/1/d/1d47c66a543aa6c5a7873bb2320858f978ff52ed.png) [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Post date:** [October 27, 2013, 6:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/merc-c200-auto-the-ultimate-nitemare/81979/4 "2013-10-27T18:40:39Z")
Thanks for the link knfenimore. The car is a W202 and unfortunately, even having removed the top and base plate there is no aperture for say a pencil as in other models/years. ---
**Author:** ![system](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/original/3X/1/d/1d47c66a543aa6c5a7873bb2320858f978ff52ed.png) [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Post date:** [October 27, 2013, 6:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/merc-c200-auto-the-ultimate-nitemare/81979/5 "2013-10-27T18:47:51Z")
Caddyman - thanks, makes feel a bit easier. ---
**Author:** ![rocketman](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/eada6e/32.png) [@rocketman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rocketman)\ **Post date:** [October 27, 2013, 8:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/merc-c200-auto-the-ultimate-nitemare/81979/6 "2013-10-27T20:40:15Z")
Wheel dollies would be my suggestion. Good luck! Rocketman