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Buick Regal

Report: Ignition Key Stuck Due to Failed Shifter

Buick Regal Problem

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Model Years Affected: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000

Average Mileage: 147,311 mi (98,000 mi - 200,000 mi)

The automatic transmission shifter may fail, or a wire may break near the shifter causing the ignition key to become stuck in the ignition lock cylinder.

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Visitor, 2000 Buick Regal, 200,000 mi

To remove key, remove the 1 inch plastic cover under the key. Place a bolt or screw driver up in the hole. The key should come out. To stop this from happening again. Place a 1 inch bolt into the hole. Duck tape in place.

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Visitor, 2000 Buick Regal, 200,000 mi

To remove key, remove the 1 inch plastic cover under the key. Place a bolt or screw driver up in the hole. The key should come out. To stop this from happening again. Place a 1 inch bolt into the hole. Duck tape in place.

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