Key Cannot Be Removed in the Off Lock Position
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2002 GMC Envoy XL, 2002 GMC Envoy, and 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 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 Steering Wheel and Column - Tilt Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Symptoms - Steering Wheel and Column |
| 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 incorrect, worn, or 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.
. 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 |