key get stuck sometime when I turn the engine off

2004 DODGE NEON
140,000 MILES
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WILLIEBERNS
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Not all the time but it's getting worse.the key will not come out off the lock cylinder when i turn the car off.sometimes.could it be a actuator pin or the ignition switch or both.
Mar 21, 2012 at 7:57 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Inspect the ignition cylinder lock-
Mar 21, 2012 at 8:01 PM
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WILLIEBERNS
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were can I get the procedure to follow to inspect the ignition cylinder lock.Is there a web site that shows it.
Mar 21, 2012 at 8:10 PM
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RASMATAZ
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There you go

Disconnect negative cable from battery.
Place key cylinder in RUN position. Through the hole in the lower shroud, depress lock cylinder retaining tab and remove key cylinder.

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