SOURCE: 1998 Wranger Ignition Key Stuck / Steering Column Locked
I have had this same problem on 4 of my Jeeps. A locksmith provided me with two answers.
This key thing happens to me at least once a week.
It is a common problem with Jeeps. 1998 Wrangler, 2007 Cherokee and two 2000 Cherokees all had the issue.
1. Replace the tumbler assembly. $150. USD (Not!)
2. Place the key in the ignition, smartly impact the key on the **** end, end that is sticking out of the ignition. (Harder is not better) strike straight on as to not break the key off. 4 or 5 strikes should fix the problem every time.
FYI - flooding the switch with WD-40 will not fix the issue, it is a tumbler problem.
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1997 ford explorer awd child safety won't open from the inside can you help
SOURCE: Yukon xl rear door won't unlock and there is no manual lock.
I fixed mine by using fine steel wool to clean the brass contacts located at the right upper door frame on the right door as viewed from the rear of the vechicle.
SOURCE: BMW 318i e46 locking problem
i had the same problem and one of the cells in the battery had gone down and the car would not lock as it thought the battery was flat replaced battery and it was working fine again.
SOURCE: 2004 Hyundai Sonata door lock functions inoperable.
you have a bad relay.. the 'lock' relay.
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