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Engine
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Not Cranking Over
When i try to turn the key over it wont turn
2001 JEEP CHEROKEE
159,000 MILES
GSTURGIS
MEMBER
1 POST
Its like the key is locked but when i tried unlocking the wheel the key still wouldn't turn. key will not turn at all
Feb 25, 2012 at 10:07 AM
KASEKENNY
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Experienced Mechanic
18,907 POSTS
More than likely the switch/cylinder is stuck. Let's start with this guide and we can dig further in after this.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/ignition-switch-wont-turn-stuck
If this does not solve the issue, then we may need to replace the cylinder.
I am attaching the process below on how to replace the switch so if you are not able to get it freed up then I would replace it.
Please run through this process and let me know what questions you have.
Thanks
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