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10468 posts · Joined 2005. #1 · Jan 12, 2009. Twice in the last 24 hours, I've gone to fire up the 2001 9-3 SE, put the key in the ignition and tried to turn it with no luck. Stuck. Fuck! The first time, it only stuck the first time and turned and started the second. This morning, however, it stayed stuck and only a combination of grabbing ...What should I do if my key won't turn in the ignition switch? First, make sure your vehicle is in Park and that the steering wheel is not locked. If the key still doesn't turn, try using a spare key, as the original might be worn-out or bent. If the problem persists, you might need to consult a mechanic or replace the ignition switch.Dec 11, 2022 · A damaged key can be the culprit in your scenario. Sometimes the edges of the car key get worn out, and the wafers won't align when inserted into the wafers. Over time, the car key’s edges wear down, and it won't turn on the ignition. The crisp and sharp edges of a new key are what you need to get that car up and running.Jun 19, 2012 · Slightly turn the stirring wheel while turning the key, it wheel unlock it and will eventually turn the key. If shaking the stirring wheel doesn't work. I suspect your ignition may be worn. Stir the wheel. ive tried stirring the wheel, steering the wheel, cussing the wheel, cussing the car the key and even the new god particle.If your S-10 won't turn over, you have an issue with the ignition system. The ignition system on your S-10 consists of the battery, ignition switch, starter motor and starter solen...Question type: Maintenance & Repair. All of a sudden, the key won't turn in the ignition. It goes in, and turns to the first click, where the radio and stuff can turn on. But it won't budge from there. I've tried all of the obvious solutions, and a bunch of other stuff. I messed with the steering wheel, jiggled/tapped the key, messed with the ...Soon as the key goes in to the ignition switch the column should unlock. If the column doesn't unlock the immobilizer will not release the pin in the ignition switch and you won't be able to turn the key. M Canning. Massachusetts, USA. 2006 HSE Bonnati Grey/Charcoal Interior.12514 posts · Joined 2007. #3 · Jan 11, 2008. Steering wheel lock is not electric in ours. Do what jay said and turn the wheel with some force and turn the key at the same time. Next time you get out of the car be sure not to hit your ass on the wheel and locking it. 2013 GLI Autobahn, 2010 Tiguan 4mo.Also this has been progressive in the past couple days getting worse until the key won't turn at all: (. Could be the steering wheel lock has excess pressure on it. Try turning the key with your right hand and pulling down on the steering wheel with your left hand. Key won't turn ignition. It acts like its frozen | Find answers to your 2001 ...Jiggle and move the wheel back and forth while softly applying torque to the key. The extra play can help release the friction just enough for the key to turn and come out. Use the key release button - Many ignition cylinders have a small push button on the housing near the key slot. Locate this and press it while trying to gently turn the key.aerojon. 11660 posts · Joined 2005. #6 · Jul 30, 2011. disconnect the neg term for 5 mins..make sure the car is unlocked & key out of ignition.. reconnect neg term,insert key in slot (don't turn or try to) leave for 5-10 secs to resync to the car then remove the key for 5 secs re-insert should now be able to turn the key..June 12, 2016. #1. SLB is mad I parked her on the street. I drove home from work Friday morning and parked her on the street because there was no room in the driveway. I tried to fire her up today and the key wont even turn the ignition at all. It's like someone swapped the ignition out as a joke. Initially the steering wheel was not locked.If your Nissan Rogue's key won't turn, check to see if the transmission is in Park. Many models will prevent the key from turning if the car isn't in park when turned off. Make sure your car's parking brake is enabled before you do anything else. This should prevent the car from rolling away if the transmission lock fails (or your ...The key wont turn in the ignition of my hyundai santa fe, its a 2005. The steering wheel lock is on and the wheels - Hyundai 2003 Santa Fe question. ... 2003 santa fa wont start, the dash board lights are on and the radio is playing but the car won't turn over.The key turns in the ignition with no resistance, we had to disconnect the battery to ...NEVER force the key to turn. NEVER force the key into the ignition. Problem 3. Worn, damaged, or bent key. 1. Try pulling the key out a very small amount before gently turning key. (About 1/16 of an inch, the thickness of a nickel). 2. Wiggle key while trying to turn key gently.The ignition lock on your VW is simple. It’s a small lock, with lots of pieces that move up and down, called tumblers. When the correct key is put into the lock, the tumblers line up and then the key can be turned, simple. The lock must be held in place, and the big piece of aluminium that does this is called the lock housing.The ubiquity of camera phones has turned every layperson into a semi-professional photographer, and social media makes it even easier to spread photographs and video over the inter...

Solution 4 (Key Won’t Turn In Ignition): Repair The Key, Or Try A Spare. Perhaps the simplest solution would be grabbing a spare key if you have one nearby. This can help in narrowing down the potential cause and possibly point to your original key being the problem. First, grab your spare key, and try to turn it in.The lock wont`t turn because the some of the flanges (2x6) in the inner cylinder are too much worn. The flanges are made of some softer material than the key. (copper or brass). It`s never the keys fault. The flanges get worn against the key surface and move further and further outwards.Are you facing a situation where your key is stuck in the ignition and you can't turn the ignition to off. In this video, I present to you my temporary solut...10-23-2013. 12-27-2010. Tags. 1999 to 2016 Super Duty - Ignition Key won't turn - I have a 09 F350 Lariat SuperCrew SRW 4x4, Last night the ignition key would not turn at all. Tried wiggling the steering wheel, (noticed it wasn't locked), wiggled the shift lever (auto trans). After about an hour of beatn and jiggling, it just started working!??

2. Broken or worn-out key solutions. The second possible problem is the worn-out key. It may be damaged, broken, bent, or whatever. In any case, it will not be recognized by the ignition cylinder as the proper key. And it won’t turn in the cylinder even if the steering wheel lock is not activated.These include lubricant, the key to your Ford cargo van, and a cloth. With a nozzle, spray the lubricant into the ignition cylinder. Wipe away excess lubricant that might have spilled. Insert your Ford cargo van's key and turn. If it doesn't work, use more lubricant and try again until it turns.Jun 29, 2017 · Ok, spray some liquid wrench, PB blaster or similar into the key switch. See if you can gently work it loose. Leave it soak a day or two. If not, then you'll need a new key switch. Jun 29, 2017 / Key won't turn in Ignition #8.…

Reader Q&A - also see RECOMMENDED ARTICLES & FAQs. In both situations, your Honda Civic key won’t turn in ignition. Possible cause: 1941 posts · Joined 2015. #4 · Mar 15, 2016. A failed steering column solenoid, .