Lock System Does Not Unlock
Lock System Does Not Unlock
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEFINITION: The ignition lock cylinder does not allow the key to rotate out of the LOCK position. | |||
| 1 | Did you review the Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Symptoms - Steering Wheel and Column |
| 2 | Verify that the lock system does not unlock. Does the lock system unlock? |
System OK | Go to Step 3 |
| 3 | Inspect for an incorrect, worn, or damaged key. Is the key incorrect, worn, or damaged? |
Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 4 |
| 4 | Inspect the lock cylinder for damage. Is the lock cylinder case damaged? |
Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 5 |
| 5 | Inspect the lock cylinder case for damage. Is the lock cylinder damaged? |
Go to Step 9 | Go to Step 6 |
| 6 | Inspect the ignition switch for damage. Is the ignition switch damaged? |
Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 2 |
| 7 | Replace the key. Refer to Key and Lock Cylinder Coding
in General Information. Did you complete the replacement? |
Go to Step 11 | - |
| 8 | Replace the lock cylinder. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? |
Go to Step 11 | - |
| 9 | Replace the lock cylinder case. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Case Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? |
Go to Step 11 | - |
| 10 | Replace the ignition switch. Refer to Ignition Switch Replacement . Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 11 | - |
| 11 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? |
System OK | Go to Step 3 |