Ignition Key Cannot Be Removed from the Ignition Lock Cylinder (Floor Shift)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Cadillac DTS. 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 key cannot be removed from the ignition lock cylinder. Is the key stuck in the ignition 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 key to the OFF position. Can the key be turned to the OFF position and be removed? |
Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 5 |
| 5 | Verify the adjustment of the range selector lever cable. Refer to Range Selector Lever Cable Adjustment
. Can the key be turned to the OFF position and be removed? |
System OK | Go to Step 6 |
| 6 | Inspect the steering wheel theft deterrent lock plunger and spring. Does the steering wheel theft deterrent lock plunger or spring exhibit scratches or signs of wear? |
Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 7 |
| 7 | Verify the electrical operation of the steering wheel theft deterrent lock. Refer to Ignition Can/Cannot Be Turned Off with Transmission in Any Gear . Can the key be turned to the OFF position and be removed? |
System OK | Go to Step 8 |
| 8 | Inspect for a faulty ignition lock cylinder. Is the ignition lock cylinder damaged? |
Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 9 |
| 9 | Inspect the ignition lock cylinder case. Is the ignition lock cylinder case worn, damaged or loose? |
Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 13 |
| 10 | Replace the steering wheel theft deterrent lock. Refer to Steering Wheel Theft Deterrent Lock Replacement
. Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 13 | - |
| 11 | Replace the ignition lock cylinder. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement
. Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 13 | - |
| 12 | Replace the ignition lock cylinder case. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Case Replacement
. Did you complete the repair? |
Go to Step 13 | - |
| 13 | Operate the system to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? |
System OK | Go to Step 2 |