Key will not turn in ignition

2010 NISSAN SENTRA
155,000 MILES • 0.5L • AUTOMATIC
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YL2801
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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.
Jul 11, 2018 at 7:39 AM
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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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Jul 14, 2018 at 1:10 PM
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