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Sometimes if stering wheel is in a turned position it can interfere- try yanking the wheel a little one way or the other while gently trying to turn key If the key won't turn it's either the steering wheel lock mechanism or a faulty keyswitch. If it's the steering wheel lock, try moving the wheel as you try to turn the key. broken switch or try turning the steering wheel hard left and right while trying the ignition..it may be jammed

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Q: Why would the ignition key not turn even when the clutch is depressed?
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