What do I do to get my van to start

2002 FORD WINDSTAR
160,000 MILES
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BETTY OLSON
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Windstar van can't start. key wont turn, steering wheel won't turn
Aug 10, 2012 at 12:23 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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You can try jerking the steering wheel back and forth while trying to turn the key but you may have to replace the ignition lock.
Aug 10, 2012 at 12:42 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Some wiggling of the key might be required to get it to turn.
Aug 10, 2012 at 2:50 PM