Ignition lock stuck

FORD CROWN VICTORIA

RACHAELSCROWN

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1989 Crown Vic - 120k miles
Ignition was sticking and getting hard to turn. Now it's completely locked. Cannot turn key at all. Emergency!! I need my car for work. Please help me!

Aug 10, 2007 at 2:12 PM

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BOOTDOG

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first thing to do is get another key made. if that doesn't work then the ignition switch will need replacing which should be performed by a mechanic or someone mechanically inclined. try the key first, and good luck. :)

Aug 11, 2007 at 8:20 AM

RACHAELSCROWN

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Problem fixed. Entire ignition switch/tumbler needed relacing. Thank you for your advice.

Rachael :-)

Aug 13, 2007 at 10:54 AM

BOOTDOG

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thanks for being here... tell your friends about us!!!!

Aug 14, 2007 at 12:39 AM