My ignition is stuck in the lock position my steering wheel is not locked
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My ignition is stuck in lock and will not budge I've giggled the steering wheel the key I've tried everything!! The steering wheel moves freely but the key will not turn!!
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As an auto mechanic for 'MANY' years and one that don't put much stock in these type of DIY fixes - I was very skeptical about this method - until one day at the shop, on a vehicle with the same problem - I decided to try it .. Well it worked perfectly! .. However IF you try it and it does release the key lock so it will turn, I recommend driving to a repair shop before turning the engine off.
Liberally spraying WD-40 into the key slot - using the little red straw - before hand will also help to free the stuck 'ignition lock tumblers' inside the cylinder.
You can always contact a professional - mobile locksmith - OR - have vehicle towed to a repair facility.
Good luck!
As an auto mechanic for 'MANY' years and one that don't put much stock in these type of DIY fixes - I was very skeptical about this method - until one day at the shop, on a vehicle with the same problem - I decided to try it .. Well it worked perfectly! .. However IF you try it and it does release the key lock so it will turn, I recommend driving to a repair shop before turning the engine off. Liberally spraying WD-40 into the key slot - using the little red straw - before hand will also help to free the stuck 'ignition lock tumblers' inside the cylinder. You can always contact a professional - mobile locksmith - OR - have vehicle towed to a repair facility. Good luck!