Ignition won't allow key to turn?
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thecole1098
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Sounds like either the key and/or the ignition is worn
Beaumont67
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How to Fix an Ignition Key That Doesn't Turn
https://www.wikihow.com/Fix-an-Ignition-Key-That-Doesn't-Turn
#5...Wiggle the wheel back and forth while turning the key. In order to unlock the steering wheel, insert the key into the ignition and attempt to turn it. While applying light pressure to the key, wiggle the steering wheel back and forth until the lock disengages. This will allow the steering wheel and the key to turn.
- The key will be able to turn freely in the ignition once the steering wheel is unlocked.
- If the key still fails to turn after the wheel is unlocked, there is another issue.
https://www.wikihow.com/Fix-an-Ignition-Key-That-Doesn't-Turn
#5...Wiggle the wheel back and forth while turning the key. In order to unlock the steering wheel, insert the key into the ignition and attempt to turn it. While applying light pressure to the key, wiggle the steering wheel back and forth until the lock disengages. This will allow the steering wheel and the key to turn.
- The key will be able to turn freely in the ignition once the steering wheel is unlocked.
- If the key still fails to turn after the wheel is unlocked, there is another issue.
Sleeping-bear
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Yah just try wiggling the steering wheel back and forth and turn key...should work!!
I just had this fixed in my 98. The wiggle thing work s for a while but eventually did not. It is very easy to remove the ignition and take it to a locksmith and have them rebuild it. Cost me $14. There are multiple threads on it if you search.
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Or get new cylinder. But you'll have a different key for starting the vehicle. It's what I did. Took me 10 mins and everything was back in order except one different key.
Beaumont67
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I have a pair of TX doors going on a Canadian 1998 Silverado 4x4.
- dealers are always crazy expensive, on their key & lock stuff
My brother & I buy our new lock cylinders, from this guy / a lot cheaper & great service, he knows his stuff.
- I even sent him a cell photo of my ignition key
- and he set up both lock cylinders, with the identical spare keys to match my existing ignition key
Walt Townsend
P O Box 3744
Macon, GA 31205
United States
Phone: 478-731-6744
[email protected]
- dealers are always crazy expensive, on their key & lock stuff
My brother & I buy our new lock cylinders, from this guy / a lot cheaper & great service, he knows his stuff.
- I even sent him a cell photo of my ignition key
- and he set up both lock cylinders, with the identical spare keys to match my existing ignition key
Walt Townsend
P O Box 3744
Macon, GA 31205
United States
Phone: 478-731-6744
[email protected]
4yogger
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This happened to me as well. There’s a lot of hubbub. I shot some dub-d into the cylinder and haven’t had any issues since then. I have a feeling it’s only a matter of time, but that’s fine with me. If it comes back I’ll address it then.
Beaumont67
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FYI - A shot of lock cylinder spray oil, is good PM.
- but from an experienced locksmith / never use WD40
- after a few weeks, it evaporates & a sticky residue remains...to cause more problems
- but from an experienced locksmith / never use WD40
- after a few weeks, it evaporates & a sticky residue remains...to cause more problems
The guy I took mine to keyed it for my key. Same key for doors and ignition. You just have to remove the lower dash panel with 4 bolts and then you can remove the ignition cylinder. Take it in with your key and problem solved for a LONG time.
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19963.4lsr5
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Removing the lock cylinder and spray it good with brake cleaner until you see the tumbler blades snap in and out crisply. Get all the worn key metal and dirt out of it. And then go to the dealer and get your key code and get a new key cut off the code. You'd be supprised at how different the new key may look.
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