2003 Buick Rendezvous My ignition is locked will not turn

2003 BUICK RENDEZVOUS
59,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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RUSSF730
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at first the key wouldnt go in but i wiggled it a little and it finally went in. Then with the key in the ignition it wouldnt turn, i tried pulling the steering wheel to each side , i tried rocking the truck it just wont turn what is it that i should do just to get it started?
Jan 28, 2009 at 5:17 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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First try a different key. I've seen them worn to a point they no longer work. If no luck, the tumbler must have gone bad and will most likely need replaced. They do make a lubericant for tumblers, sou could try that.

Let me know if you have other questions.

Joe
Feb 16, 2009 at 6:42 PM
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