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What is wrong if you cannot turn the key in your Saturn ignition and cannot put it in neutral?
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∙ 14y ago
There is something funky with the ignition lock (security feature) on the Saturn. I've had mine replaced twice, and have also had service calls and had to have a lock smith work on it to get it where it would turn. [One of the lock smiths suggested that I LIGHTLY tap the key with a hammer, which has actually worked for me. I keep a small hammer in the dash.] I've never noticed any time that I could not put the Saturn in neutral. [Although I never tried to do that when I could not turn the key in the ignition, if you are talking about this happening simultaneously.] I have a 2001 Saturn s series and only have my 2 spare keys. I was having problems turning the key in the ignition also and tried jiggling the steering wheel a bunch. I tried hitting it lightly with a hammer and it worked. However, the next time I went to start it it took a couple of turns to get the key to turn in the ignition again. Gonna bring it to the shop soon to find out what's going on but it seems like the hammer thing is a good quick fix. I have had the same problem. Tapped with hammer and the tumblers fell into place. Then use grafite to lubricate the lock. Fixed problem. i have a 1994 sl2 when the key is turned to off i have to remove the key and reinsert it to make it work again has been like that for years
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Why will your 1999 Saturn not start but the ignition runs all the accessories this happens about every two weeks works fine the rest of the time?
If you're saying the starter won't engage occaisonally, try moving the shifter lever between park and neutral, then back to park. If that makes it start, you probably have a neutral lockout switch that is adjusted wrong.
Why does the Saturn Ion witch stay in the on position?
Some Saturns have a problem with their ignition system. It just freezes up for no reason. You have to replace the ignition cylinder, and probably the ignition switch, too. I have an '06 Ion that just did that a couple weeks ago. I took it to a mechanic, and he had to call Saturn to find out what was wrong with it. They told him to replace the whole steering wheel column, but I found out later that I probably could have just done the ignition switch and cylinder. You have to buy the parts from Saturn, and get the ignition cylinder keyed by a locskmith.
Why won't my Saturn engine will not shut off?
Some Saturns have a problem with their ignition system. It just freezes up for no reason. You have to replace the ignition cylinder, and probably the ignition switch, too. I have an '06 Ion that just did that a couple weeks ago. I took it to a mechanic, and he had to call Saturn to find out what was wrong with it. They told him to replace the whole steering wheel column, but I found out later that I probably could have just done the ignition switch and cylinder. You have to buy the parts from Saturn, and get the ignition cylinder keyed by a locskmith.
If your Saturn SC1 will not start is it the ignition switch or the lock cylinder that should be replaced or both?
For now, neither. You need to do a little more investigating to find out what's actually wrong before you throw parts at a problem. It COULD be the starter, neutral safety switch, wiring, loose connection... or the keyswitch.
Whats wrong with a car that wont turn over but the starter alternator and battery is good?
The neutral safety switch could be bad or the ignition switch is bad .
Saturn no crank no light no start whats wrong Is that ignition switch problem?
if you meen NO LIGHT in the instrument pannel just check the battery, might be really dead
How do you replace the ignition cylinder on an 01 Saturn S when the Haynes manual is wrong?
use small Allen key in access hole while turning and pulling clockwise
If you just changed the ignition switch in a 1994 Chevy S-10 and now you cannot move the gear shifter what is wrong?
You undougetly did somethig wrong. Try adjusting the switch first.
What type of transmission fluid for 1997 Saturn sl2?
It may require Dexron 3 or it may require a special Saturn fluid. Look in your owner's manual. If you do not have one call your local Saturn dealer. Using the wrong fluid can damage the transmission, so as I am not 100% sure, I cannot be positive.
Your 1992 Ford F250 wont crank with the ignition but will at the cylonoid What could be wrong?
Either the neutral lockout switch, an electrical connection or the keyswitch. If it's a stickshift it could be the clutch pedal lockout switch.
What if your Saturn 2004 ion will not start after driving It is completely dead The mechanic can't find what's wrong?
Are the lights in the dash coming on, and it just won't crank or are there no lights at all? If the lights are coming on you need an ignition switch.
Why doesn't he key turn in the ignition?
Wrong key?
