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Nissan
Altima
Electrical
Ignition Switch
Key
Stuck
my key wont turn at all
1999 NISSAN ALTIMA
193,500 MILES
ASHLEY220
MEMBER
2 POSTS
my car is on a hill the wheel wasnt locked at first but now it is wat can i do
Jun 22, 2012 at 9:42 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Experienced Mechanic
41,812 POSTS
With key in ignition slot, turn the steering slightly to the side that moves and wiggle the key while turning it.
Jun 22, 2012 at 10:30 AM
ASHLEY220
MEMBER
2 POSTS
i did that it willnt work
Jun 22, 2012 at 1:51 PM
ASHLEY220
MEMBER
2 POSTS
when i was moveing the key before it locked it still didnt work
Jun 22, 2012 at 1:53 PM
KHLOW2008
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Experienced Mechanic
41,812 POSTS
You have a bad key cylinder and need to wiggle the key to make it turn. If it still does not work, you would need a locksmith to help you.
Jun 23, 2012 at 7:51 AM
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