The first thing to try is to turn steering wheel left and right while trying to turn the key. If the key was turned off and the steering wheel was in a turned posistion, there could be pressure on the wheel and that stops the key from turning-- it will feel locked and jammed. Release preassure from key by turning wheel each way while turning key.
the steering wheel will lock and the key will come out, unless of course the ignition cylinder is broken
If the ignition key remains in the first on position the steering wheel may be stuck. Another reason can include the lock cylinder is malfunctioning.
To remove the ignition lock cylinder on a 1970 Dodge Challenger, first disconnect the battery to ensure safety. Next, remove the steering wheel and the steering column cover to access the ignition switch. Insert the key and turn it to the "Run" position, then locate and press the release tab on the ignition cylinder. Pull the cylinder out gently to complete the removal.
To replace the ignition cylinder on a 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass, first disconnect the battery to ensure safety. Remove the steering column cover by unscrewing the screws, then locate the ignition switch and cylinder. Insert the key and turn it to the "On" position, press the release pin to remove the cylinder, and then install the new ignition cylinder by reversing the process. Finally, reattach the steering column cover and reconnect the battery.
To remove the ignition lock cylinder on a 1971 Cutlass, first, ensure the steering wheel is unlocked and the key is in the "on" position. Locate the retaining pin or screw on the ignition housing, usually found on the underside of the steering column. Use a small tool to depress the pin while simultaneously pulling the lock cylinder out. Once released, you can remove the ignition lock cylinder completely.
You can replace the ignition lock cylinder in your 1994 Pontiac Firebird without removing the steering will. Remove the retaining ring at the top of the ignition cylinder. The ignition cylinder will slide out.
To replace the ignition cylinder on a 1971 Chevy El Camino, first disconnect the battery to ensure safety. Remove the steering column cover by unscrewing the necessary screws, then locate the ignition switch and the retaining pin for the ignition cylinder. Insert the key into the ignition, turn it to the "Run" position, and press the retaining pin to pull out the old cylinder. Finally, insert the new ignition cylinder, ensuring it's secure, and reassemble the steering column before reconnecting the battery.
To remove the ignition cylinder from the tilt steering wheel of a 1989 Buick Regal, first, disconnect the negative battery cable to ensure safety. Then, locate and remove the steering column cover by unscrewing the screws. Insert a small tool or paperclip into the access hole on the side of the ignition cylinder while turning the key to the "Run" position to release the cylinder. Once released, pull the cylinder out gently.
To remove the ignition cylinder from an '88 GMC Vandura 2500, first disconnect the battery to prevent any electrical issues. Then, remove the steering column cover by unscrewing it, and locate the ignition switch. Insert the ignition key and turn it to the "Run" position; there should be a small pin or release tab on the ignition cylinder that you can press to release the cylinder. Finally, pull the ignition cylinder out while ensuring the key is in the correct position.
To install an ignition cylinder in a 2001 Toyota Solara, first disconnect the battery to ensure safety. Remove the steering column cover by unscrewing the necessary screws, then locate the ignition lock cylinder. Insert the key into the ignition, turn it to the "ACC" position, and press the release pin to remove the old cylinder. Finally, insert the new ignition cylinder, ensuring it locks into place, and reassemble the steering column cover before reconnecting the battery.
To replace the ignition cylinder on a 1969 Pontiac GTO, first disconnect the battery to ensure safety. Remove the steering column cover by unscrewing the necessary screws, then locate the ignition switch. Use a flathead screwdriver to turn the ignition cylinder to the "on" position, press the release tab, and pull out the cylinder. Install the new ignition cylinder by reversing the steps, ensuring it locks in place securely before reassembling the steering column cover.
To change the ignition cylinder on a 1977 Cadillac, first disconnect the battery to ensure safety. Remove the steering column cover by unscrewing the screws, then locate the ignition switch. Use a flathead screwdriver to depress the release pin on the ignition cylinder while turning the key to the "ACC" position, allowing the cylinder to be pulled out. Finally, insert the new ignition cylinder and reassemble the steering column cover before reconnecting the battery.