Ignition is pushed in and stuck

180,000 MILES • 3.0L • 6 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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TURBOTAIL
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The other day, I went to start my car, and as I put the key in, it seemed to go in a little further than usual. When I turned it over, it didn't recoil back to the normal position, so the car kept grinding like I kept the key pushed all the way forward. I had to jump out and disconnect the battery, to get it to quit. Now, to get it to start, I have to zap it with the battery. The ignition switch is stuck on. How can I fix this?
Feb 28, 2015 at 2:49 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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It sounds like the tumbler is bad and needs replaced.
Feb 28, 2015 at 3:16 AM
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TURBOTAIL
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I'll give it a try-thanks!
Feb 28, 2015 at 3:33 AM
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