Ignition Key Cannot Be Removed from the Ignition Lock Cylinder
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Did you review the Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation |
| 2 | Verify the ignition key cannot be removed from the ignition lock cylinder. Is the ignition key stuck in the lock cylinder? |
Go to Step 3 | System OK |
| 3 | Is the vehicle equipped with a manual transmission? | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 4 |
| 4 | Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. Can the ignition key be turned to the OFF position and be removed? |
Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 5 |
| 5 | Verify the adjustment of the shift control linkage. Refer to Shift Control Linkage Adjustment (All Wheel Drive)
or Shift Control Linkage Adjustment (Rear Wheel Drive)
. Can the ignition key be turned to the OFF position and be removed? |
System OK | Go to Step 6 |
| 6 | Inspect for a faulty ignition lock cylinder. Is the ignition lock cylinder damaged? |
Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 7 |
| 7 | Inspect the ignition/start switch housing. Is the housing worn, damaged or loose? |
Go to Step 9 | Go to Step 10 |
| 8 | Replace the ignition lock cylinder. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement
. Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 10 | - |
| 9 | Replace the ignition/start switch housing. Refer to Ignition and Start Switch Housing Replacement
. Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 10 | - |
| 10 | Operate the system to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? |
System OK | - |