Key will not turn in ignition

YL2801

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2010 NISSAN SENTRA
0.5L
AUTOMATIC
155,000 MILES

When I went to start my car I noticed the switch was pointing to lock position so I was able to put keys in but was not able to turn the key.

Wednesday, July 11th, 2018 AT 7:39 AM

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KEN L

MASTER CERTIFIED MECHANIC
47,643 POSTS

I sounds like the tumbler has gone out. But before you replace it here is a guide that can help:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/ignition-switch-wont-turn-stuck

Check out the diagrams (below). Please let us know what happens.

Cheers, Ken

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