Lock System Sticks in Start
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Sunfire and 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Lock System Sticks in Start
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Did you review the Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation |
| 2 | Verify that the lock system sticks in the START position. Does the lock system operate normally? |
System OK | Go to Step 3 |
| 3 | Inspect the steering column upper housing assembly for looseness. Is the housing assembly loose? |
Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 4 |
| 4 | Inspect the lock cylinder for damage. Is the lock cylinder damaged? |
Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 5 |
| 5 | Inspect the ignition switch assembly for damage. Is the ignition switch assembly damaged? |
Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 3 |
| 6 | Tighten the mounting bolts on the steering column upper housing assembly. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications . Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 9 | - |
| 7 | Replace the lock cylinder. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement (Without Key) or Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement (With Key) . Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 9 | - |
| 8 | Replace the ignition switch assembly. Refer to Ignition Switch Replacement . Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 9 | - |
| 9 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? |
System OK | Go to Step 3 |