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What do you do if the ignition starter is sticking and won't turn with the key in it?
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∙ 18y ago
It depends on the car and you will still have the steering wheel lock to deal with. Newer cars do not like being hot wired. You can break the steering column but that seems excesive. Wiggle the steering wheel as you try and turn the key.
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∙ 16y ago
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∙ 18y agoFour reasons come to mind. Your key is too worn out to work anymore. It's the wrong key. If you have a locking steering wheel, it could be jamming the ignition cylinder... try turning the steering wheel left and right, while turning the key. Or you just need a new ignition lock cylinder.
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∙ 14y agoThis has happened to me quite a few times. I've learned from experience that the key will not turn in the ignition if your steering wheel is not locked. For instance, if you parked on a hill or in a parking lot and you didn't feel your steering wheel lock after you parked and took the key out of the ignition. It also depends on if your front wheels are in a certain position. Usually straight.
I gently jiggle the steering wheel back and forth a few times, and that usually makes the key turn. If that doesn't work, try turning on the headlights.
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∙ 14y agoNeed more information on this. What is the year, make, and model. Also in what position is the key stuck ... off, accessory, run? Certain vehicles have different reasons for the key being stuck.
Examples are: Toyota's of certain types have split wafers, Saturn's can have the 'push to off' internal button stuck, GM and Chevy's can have spring cap failures and sidebar issues....
Each type requires specific methods. No matter what the situation though, if it can be started don't force the key out in any position other than 'off'. Better is to go to a locksmith and have them get it out. Most are very knowledgeable and have specific knowledge on ignitions and locks.
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∙ 19y agoyour battery might be low or there might be a prob with the wireing going to the shifter .... you can try shifting to N or maybe try other gears
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