1998 Mercury Sable cannot turn ignition

1998 MERCURY SABLE
91,360 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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STARBKUE7
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cannot turn ignition, will not move. cannot move shift lever. just bought car, it was fine, started fine . parked it and now is not working.
Apr 9, 2009 at 1:22 AM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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Ensure gear selector is completely in PARK and also make sure that steering wheel is not locked up. More helpful information about this common problem can be found at the following link..


https://www.2carpros.com/first_things/why_wont_my_ignition_switch_turn.htm







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Apr 9, 2009 at 6:57 AM
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