Steering wheel is not locked and car is set up to only start when steering wheel is in locked position. Have tried turning wheel left and right but still will not lock. Can not get key to turn.
I have the same problem and the dealer told me it was a known issue, put the key in the ignition, bang it a coule times with your hand (bang it into the ignition) and turn it. Yes, this was thier solution!
Posted on Nov 07, 2008
This is a very simple and inexpensive fix. If you look at your steering wheel on the underneath right side of your ignition you will see a small hole small enough for the tip of a pen to fit in. Place a harder object into that hole and push up. This will release the whole ignition from the console. Go to an auto body parts store ( i.e. Auto zone, Napa) and get a new one. This new one will come with a new key also and your old key will not work. Replace the ignition switch into the same whole and make sure you hear it click into place. Then turn your ignition with your new key and your car should start.
Posted on Oct 19, 2008
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