Key Cannot Be Removed in the Off Lock Position
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Key Cannot Be Removed in the Off Lock Position
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Did you review the Ignition Lock System Description and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation |
| 2 | Verify that the key cannot be removed from the lock cylinder in the OFF position. Does the lock system operate normally? |
System OK | Go to Step 3 |
| 3 | Inspect for an incorrect, a worn, or a damaged key. Is the key incorrect, worn, or damaged? |
Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 4 |
| 4 | Inspect for a faulty lock cylinder or release button. Is the lock cylinder or release button damaged? |
Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 3 |
| 5 | Replace the key. Refer to Key and Lock Cylinder Coding
in General Information. Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 7 | - |
| 6 | Replace the lock cylinder. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement . Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 7 | - |
| 7 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? |
System OK | Go to Step 3 |