Key stuck in ignition

1997 PLYMOUTH BREEZE

90,000 MILES

JULIE MOORE

MEMBER
1 POST

My key will not turn far enough to the locked position on my ignition so i cannot take the key out. it will start the car but i cannot get the key to come out. Is there a way to get the key out without buying a new ignition? It seems to be in the park position fine.

Jun 2, 2013 at 1:40 AM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

✓ASE Certified Mechanic
110,194 POSTS

It could be the interlock cable needs to be replaced or adjusted or the ignition tumbler will need to be replaced. If the ignition switch seems jammed then I would think tumbler. Here is a guide and diagrams to help you see whats going on:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/ignition-switch-wont-turn-stuck

Check out the diagrams (below).

Please let us know what you find.

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Jun 2, 2013 at 9:48 AM

KENDRARUSSELL

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Thanks for the guide. I used it to replace my ignitions which works great now. Thanks a bunch!

Apr 28, 2018 at 2:53 PM