The ignition is stuck in the on position?

269,347 MILES • 4.3L • V6 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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ALTWIZTD1
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Ignition won't turn off it will start but no off.
Apr 25, 2025 at 6:11 AM
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Yep this is common when the ignition switch key tumbler falls apart internally. You will need to remove the lock tumbler and replace it with a new one. Here is a guide that may help with instructions below you show you how to do the repair.

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

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Apr 27, 2025 at 5:40 AM
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