What to do if your ignition lock is locked?
What to do if your ignition lock is locked?
If all else fails and you have to get it out yourself but cant try a dent puller, they work wonders on locks to. try to release the locked cyl with spraying wd40 into the key hole using a straw. then turn key to start with not too much pressure while moving the steering wheel lft//rht slightly. this may do it for a time.
What causes a locked steering wheel to not turn in?
If a locked steering wheel is the only thing preventing your key from turning the ignition, then follow our instructions below for How to Unlock a Locked Steering wheel and you will be back on the road fast. Problem 2. Dirt, pocket lint or debris (like tape from opening a package) may cause your key not to turn in your ignition lock cylinder.
Can you replace ignition lock cylinder on 2003 Silverado?
It’s a 2003 Silverado. I cannot remove the cylinder to replace it because it is stuck in the OFF position. The key must be in the OFF position to line up the release tab with the access hole. I would get a automotive lock smith to work this . you could do more damage and more expense.
Why does my car lock up when I Turn Off the engine?
I’ve had the ignition lock up when there is turning pressure on the wheel as you turn off the key. The power steering pressure drop when the engine is killed torques the steering shaft against the locking tab in the column. It takes a bit of pressure on the wheel to allow the key to unlock the ignition when this happens.
If all else fails and you have to get it out yourself but cant try a dent puller, they work wonders on locks to. try to release the locked cyl with spraying wd40 into the key hole using a straw. then turn key to start with not too much pressure while moving the steering wheel lft//rht slightly. this may do it for a time.
I’ve had the ignition lock up when there is turning pressure on the wheel as you turn off the key. The power steering pressure drop when the engine is killed torques the steering shaft against the locking tab in the column. It takes a bit of pressure on the wheel to allow the key to unlock the ignition when this happens.
It’s a 2003 Silverado. I cannot remove the cylinder to replace it because it is stuck in the OFF position. The key must be in the OFF position to line up the release tab with the access hole. I would get a automotive lock smith to work this . you could do more damage and more expense.
What causes the steering wheel to not lock?
In my opinion it sounds like the shift interlock solenoid, basically if the solenoid goes bad the steering wheel won’t lock. and the key will be stuck in the ignition. Plus the vehicle will go to default gear 3rd/N in the ECM, and it will not let you do anything. I just had to replace one on my mom’s Aveo, and my Colorado both did the same thing.
In my opinion it sounds like the shift interlock solenoid, basically if the solenoid goes bad the steering wheel won’t lock. and the key will be stuck in the ignition. Plus the vehicle will go to default gear 3rd/N in the ECM, and it will not let you do anything. I just had to replace one on my mom’s Aveo, and my Colorado both did the same thing.
