Help with ignition

[gr_elvis]

The strangest thing happened to me today, my. 93 Cutlass ignition would not turn off it just turned freely no resistance at all. It doesn't engage . What is the problem? 

[55trucker]

I take it that you're referring to the ign key cylinder assembly?

[Schurkey]

3 hours ago, gr_elvis said:

my. 93 Cutlass ignition would not turn off it just turned freely no resistance at all. It doesn't engage . What is the problem? 

It's broken.  You need to take it apart, replace broken pieces, adjust as needed, and then put it back together.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Probably something in the link between the lock cylinder you put the key into, and the actual ignition switch near the base of the steering column.

Edited June 14, 2021 by Schurkey

[Leadfoot]

As stated above.  It's broken and you need to take it apart. I know that's probably not what you want to hear.  Have you dug into something like this before?

[gr_elvis]

No , how do I fix it?

 

[gr_elvis]

What is actually broken?

[gr_elvis]

What do I need to take apart? I know that to you these seem like stupid questions but I have never had this happen before. 

[55trucker]

I'll ask this question 1st, is the key cylinder springing back to *run* when you release the key from the *start* position?

 

[Schurkey]

Time to buy a REAL service manual.  I get 'em on eBay at advantageous prices.