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Pinpoint Test D: The Ignition Key Is Hard To Turn

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mercury Mariner and 2007 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. D1 CHECK THE STEERING WHEEL POSITION 
    • Check to see if the steering wheel is turned and locked full left or full right.
    • Is the steering wheel turned left or right and locked? 
    1. YES  : Apply turning effort to the steering wheel in the direction of lock while turning the key to the ON position. TEST the system for normal operation.
    2. NO  : Go to  D2.
  2. D2 CHECK THE IGNITION KEY 
    • Check the ignition key for burrs, damage or an incorrect cut.
    • Is the key OK? 
    1. YES  : Go to  D3.
    2. NO  : REPLACE the ignition key. TEST the system for normal operation.
  3. D3 CHECK THE IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER 
    • Remove the ignition lock cylinder. Refer to HANDLES, LOCKS, LATCHES AND ENTRY SYSTEMS article.
    • Check the ignition lock cylinder by rotating the ignition lock cylinder through all of the switch positions.
    • Does the ignition lock cylinder stick or bind in any of the positions? 
    1. YES  : INSTALL a new ignition lock cylinder. REFER to HANDLES, LOCKS, LATCHES AND ENTRY SYSTEMS article. TEST the system for normal operation.
    2. NO  : Go to  D4.
  4. D4 CHECK THE IGNITION SWITCH 
    • Check for a binding or sticking ignition switch.
    • Is the ignition switch OK? 
    1. YES  : REPAIR or LUBRICATE the steering column lock module as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation.
    2. NO  : INSTALL a new ignition switch. REFER to Ignition Switch . TEST the system for normal operation.
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