Why won t my key turn in my chevy Silverado?
Why won t my key turn in my chevy Silverado?
While there are a variety of reasons your Chevrolet Silverado 1500 key won’t turn, the most common 3 are a binding steering column/lock, an ignition switch issue, or a problem with the ignition key.
Why isn t my key turning in the ignition?
The most common reason that a car key will not turn is that the steering wheel has locked. Pull the steering wheel in the direction that has give, and hold it there. Turn the key toward the accessory position while keeping the steering wheel turned. If nothing happens, rock the steering wheel as you turn the key.
Why is my key not turning on my Chevy Silverado?
How does the ignition lock work on a Chevy Silverado?
Inside the ignition lock cylinder is a series of tumblers that are designed to move only the amount matched by your key. Once the key is fully inserted, the ignition switch can be moved from the “off” to the “on” or “run” position.
What to do if your ignition key won’t turn?
This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Sometimes the ignition key won’t turn or rotate. If that happens the vehicle won’t start, the steering wheel won’t turn and it won’t shift into gear. On a late 90’s or early 2000 GM vehicle this is the way to get it apart so you can replace the tumbler. Loading…
How can I Fix my Chevy Silverado ignition?
Wedge a shim in the connection and secure the new connection with hot glue, silicon or any other glue that can be fairly easy to scrap off and remove if further maintenance is required. Replace the steering column cover and that’s how you fix the ignition in your GMC Sierra or Chevy Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500. Loading…
While there are a variety of reasons your Chevrolet Silverado 1500 key won’t turn, the most common 3 are a binding steering column/lock, an ignition switch issue, or a problem with the ignition key.
Inside the ignition lock cylinder is a series of tumblers that are designed to move only the amount matched by your key. Once the key is fully inserted, the ignition switch can be moved from the “off” to the “on” or “run” position.
On several occasions after vehicle is parked and shut off, ignition key is inserted to start vehicle and the key will not turn. Only known remedy is to pull hard on the steering wheel in a left or right rotation while turning key at same time to unlock an otherwise locked ignition/steering wheel.
How to reset PassLock reset system on Chevy?
1. Turn the key to ON and attempt to start the engine and release the key to the ON position. 2. The SECURITY light will illuminate. Wait 10 minutes until it turns off. 3. Turn the key to OFF for 10 seconds. 4. Turn the key to ON and attempt to start the engine.
