Sometimes the Steering wheel lock will rest on the locking mechanism and not let you turn the ignition switch. Try turning the wheel one way or the other to relieve the pressure while tuning the ignition switch. If this does not work then you may either have a worn out ignition swtch, Key, or there is a mechanical failure of the switch.
Your key could be worn. Try moving your steering wheel while turning the ignition. If the locked steering is in a bind the key will not turn over.
put the key in,and turn it.
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the ignition key will not turn if the steering wheel is locked in place. The steering wheel locks in place when it is turned with the ignition off. If the wheel is locked just try turning the wheel back and forth and turn the key at the same time, this will unlock the wheel, and allow the key to turn
If the key will not turn the ignition on a Lincoln Town car, the key may have been damaged and might need to be re-coded. The ignition could also be damaged or locked because of an incorrect key.
your key is probably wore out and tumblers are not moving
Slightly turn the steering wheel and it should let you turn the key to on position
You can use pliersto turn back but igintion will need replacement.
I would replace the lock cylinder.
So it would seem. If the ignition is in the column it may also be jammed by the steering wheel lock. Try turning the steering wheel and holding it while turning the ignition key.
There may be something jammed inside your ignition. If this is not the problem then you will need to have a new ignition installed.
It is very possible that your steering wheel is locked. You may also be having a problem with your ignition system.Ê