2001 Subaru Outback ignition cylinder

Does the ignition switch turn?

The key will go in fine, but it will not turn.

This may sound stupid, but have you tried a different key? I've seen them wear out.

I did indeed, someone had said the same thing. I had a spare at the house and I tried it yesterday afternoon and it will still not turn.

When I bought the car I don't believe I got the original to begin with. I was only given one key which looked like a copy.

One last thing before replacing the tumbler. Have you tried spraying a lubricant in the tumbler? They make a product just for key tumblers.

No I have not. Where could I buy something from?

Any parts store should have it. Just tell a person that works there what you need it for and they will help find it.

It's a long shot, but it may help. NOTE: I assume you moved the steering wheel around and things like that.

Yes, I went to the part store and purchased a lubricant. It still did not work. Yes, we've tried turning the steering wheel while turning the key and it doesn't work neither.

I hate to say it, but it does sound like the tumbler needs replaced.

Any suggestions on How to replace it at home?

It should be a straight forward project. However, you do have an airbag in the steering wheel. Therefore, make sure you disconnect the battery at least 30 minutes before you start working on it. The air bag can deploy if the battery is connected and you do the wrong thing. Other than that, remove the steering wheel to gain access to the tumbler assembly.

Do you have any suggetions on Where I can buy the part online a reasonable price? Autozone here wants $305

That is a good question. Try to do a google search. Most times it will bring up places that are selling the part you need. You can compare prices.