Ignition switch does not turn?

2006 DODGE DURANGO
317,000 MILES • 4.7L • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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EDOORN
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My ignition switch won't turn. I put the key in the ignition, but the key wouldn't turn. I have put gear selector in all gears and then back to park but still won't turn.
Mar 31, 2025 at 6:57 AM
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Have you held pressure on the steering wheel in either direction, can I ask if the front wheels are turned?

This guide can help:

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

If nothing works the ignition switch lock tumbler is bad and need to be replaced. Here is how to change the lock out. Check out the images (below). Please let us know what happens.
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Mar 31, 2025 at 1:26 PM
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