2001 Dodge Durango Ignition Won't Turn

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JGLAPPY
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My 2001 Dodge Durango won't start. It won't even turn over. I mean, when you put the key in the ignition, it won't turn at all. It seems as if its locked up or something but the steering wheel is not locked. Now, prior to this happening, when making sharp turns to the left or right, the truck wouldn't roll. I would have to press the gas to make a turn when pulling into parking spaces. But aside from that, it was fine and now the ignition won't turn at all. The battery is fine because the lights come on but you can't even turn the ignition to where the radio comes on or where you can roll down the windows. It doesn't turn at all. Can you please tell me why????? :?:
May 20, 2007 at 12:42 AM
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Most likley the ignition key cylinder is bad. Try a different key first.
May 20, 2007 at 1:00 AM
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JGLAPPY
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thanks...not sure if you guys do follow up questions, but if another key works, would it simply mean my key was messed up?
May 20, 2007 at 1:21 AM
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That's what I'm hoping for. A worn key will not expand the innerds enough.
May 20, 2007 at 1:38 AM
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JGLAPPY
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i appreciate it, chief....
May 20, 2007 at 1:40 AM

Suggested Repair

Try a different key first. A worn key may not turn the ignition cylinder. If another key works, replace the worn key; if it does not, the ignition lock cylinder is likely bad and should be replaced.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 2001 Dodge Durango says the ignition key will not turn at all, so the vehicle will not crank or reach accessory power, although the lights work and the steering wheel is not locked. Earlier, the truck would not roll through sharp turns without throttle. The expert says the ignition lock cylinder is most likely bad and recommends trying another key first, since a worn key may not operate the cylinder.

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