Key stuck in ignition won't budge could not turn off car dealer wants $900 to fix!

2006 SATURN ION
13,500 MILES • 4 CYL • AUTOMATIC
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GAILEWALD
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Key stuck in ignition won't budge could not turn off car dealer wants $900 to fix!!!
Jul 18, 2011 at 7:25 PM
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SQM
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Hello,

It sounds like the ignition lock cylinder is seized and will need to be replaced to get this issue fixed.

It will require removal of the steering wheel to access the component.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/steering-wheel-removal

Keep in mind that these vehicles will require reprogramming of the new components after the replacement.

I have attached replacement procedure below.

Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thank you.
Dec 17, 2021 at 10:53 PM
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