1997 Pontiac Grand Prix Car trouble

1997 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX
250,000 MILES
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CIARA123
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My cars steering has locked up, along with brakes, and the key wont turn in the ignition. What do I do? I have already tried a new key and shaking the steering wheel while turning the key no luck.........................
Aug 29, 2013 at 9:10 AM
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SATURNTECH9
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Have you tried lightly taping on the key with a hammer to see if that frees it up?
Aug 29, 2013 at 9:30 AM
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CIARA123
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Like tapping on the key?
Aug 29, 2013 at 9:40 AM
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SATURNTECH9
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I would first try taping on just the key the hole then see if it turns.If it doesn't then put the key in and lightly tap the key while trying to turn the key.
Aug 29, 2013 at 9:46 AM
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