What to do if you cant remove ignition key?
What to do if you cant remove ignition key?
Disconnect the interlock cable and shifter cable from the shift lever assembly. Unplug the electrical connector at the rear of the shifter. Unbolt the four nuts and remove the assembly from the vehicle. Lower the steering column by using the tilt lever. Remove the two plastic trim collars.
What is the cable that goes from the shifter to the ignition?
The gummy residue from spilled drinks can contribute to the problem of sticky shifter mechanisms. You see there is a cable that goes from the shifter to the ignition lock. The cable is called a shift interlock cable – once the shifter is put into the park position a small lever springs into action to move the cable.
When did the key get stuck in the ignition?
Back in December, i had a 2014 Cherokee come in for the problem with the key stuck in the ignition node. At that time, i did’nt have a full understanding of the system setup. We ordered an ignition node, and were told, that it was on national backorder.
What should I do if my ignition switch gets stuck?
The RFHM Verification test needs to be done when that ignition switch is replaced. NOTE: If other electronic modules need to be replaced, besides the RF-Hub, see the “Replacement and Programming Order Guide” before proceeding. (Refer to 08 – Electrical/8E – Electronic Control Modules – Standard Procedure) .
Disconnect the interlock cable and shifter cable from the shift lever assembly. Unplug the electrical connector at the rear of the shifter. Unbolt the four nuts and remove the assembly from the vehicle. Lower the steering column by using the tilt lever. Remove the two plastic trim collars.
What to do if your car key won’t turn in?
Ignitions can be extremely fragile. Please do not poke around inside the ignition lock cylinder. A dirty ignition can be fixed by spraying small doses of an electrical cleaner in the ignition then gently sliding the key in and out of the ignition cylinder many times.
Why is the ignition key stuck in the steering column?
This was due to the binding of parts within the shift mechanism. Understanding how it works: There is a cable that runs from the gear shifter to the ignition/key in the steering column. This cable prevents the ignition key from being removed unless the shifter is in park.
The gummy residue from spilled drinks can contribute to the problem of sticky shifter mechanisms. You see there is a cable that goes from the shifter to the ignition lock. The cable is called a shift interlock cable – once the shifter is put into the park position a small lever springs into action to move the cable.
