2001 Chevy Cavalier key switch/ignition

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CHRISCAMARO
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Electrical problem
2001 Chevy Cavalier 4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Manual 107xxx miles

ok went to turn off my girl friends 01 cavalier the key was kinda tuff to turn off but it did shut off and now the switch is locked and i can not turn the key switch to turn the car on or even put it in accessory mode. the steering wheel was not locked at first when i tried to turn he key but then it became locked and still the key will not turn h switch and it is not an old key. what could have broke or what can i do to unjam this key switch?
Dec 4, 2008 at 1:33 PM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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If the steering wheel is locked then you should be able to steer it hard to the left and turn key at same time.
Dec 4, 2008 at 4:58 PM
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