NCMCSS Posted December 2, 2009 Report Share Posted December 2, 2009 I have a 2000 Grand Prix and am having some trouble with the ignition key. It started by having trouble to remove the key at times. Yesterday, I was able to remove the key just fine but I am not able to turn it once I put it in the ignition. I cannot start the car. It dings when I put the key in, it just won't turn. Have any of you had this same trouble? How did you fix it? I appreciate your help. Glen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tornado_735 Posted December 2, 2009 Report Share Posted December 2, 2009 Sometimes, I have a problem with the button sticking on my shifter. Check the make sure that it is not stuck in. Also, try turning your steering wheel left and right. Sometimes, it will lock at a weird angle, and make it hard to turn. Good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
94 olds vert Posted December 2, 2009 Report Share Posted December 2, 2009 On my moms jetta almost half the time you need to move the wheel to get the key to turn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5speedz34 Posted December 2, 2009 Report Share Posted December 2, 2009 BOOM! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCMCSS Posted December 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted December 3, 2009 I have tried the turning the wheel thing....still no I have tried checking the shifter button, just have not taken it apart I think that video will help alot when I get the car to start again still having trouble and I appreciate all of your help. I am still having trouble though Please help again/more....whatever Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pontiac6KSTEAWD Posted December 3, 2009 Report Share Posted December 3, 2009 I would wager he is going to need a new ignition lock cylinder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regal_GS_1989 Posted December 3, 2009 Report Share Posted December 3, 2009 Dumb question...But what kind of shape is your key in? My Dad's company has an 03 chevy truck where the key is worn down to the point where you really need to play with it and pull it back slightly to get it to turn. It is possible that your key is worn just enough to cause issues? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pabz Posted December 11, 2009 Report Share Posted December 11, 2009 I have had this issue with my 97 Regal to often, At one point i had to leave the key in the ignition for over a week. thank god the car wouldnt start though. Its the key lock cylinder, i think there is a relay that is energized that prevents the key from being removed. I remember removing battery power and restoring it to flip the relay and the key would pop out. Not to familiar with the 97+ wiring so i can't be sure. hopefully this points you in the right direction. good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCMCSS Posted December 13, 2009 Author Report Share Posted December 13, 2009 The trouble was the lock cylinder. Thank you for all the help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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