We put the key in the ignition and it will not turn at all

1999 BUICK REGAL
180,000 MILES • 3.8L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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DOUG MALONE
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We just bought this vehicle and it started one time but since then we have tried for over a day and it is still locked up. Does it have anything to do with the anti theft mechanism?
Jul 1, 2018 at 8:41 AM
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DANNY L
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Hello, I am Danny.

Sounds like you are having trouble with the ignition switch. Normally the key would be able to cycle even if there was a problem with the anti-theft (Pass Key) it is just after cycling the switch the vehicle would not start if it had anti-theft issues. I have attached a tutorial for you to view regarding the ignition switch. Hope this helps and let me know if you have any further questions.
Danny-

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/ignition-switch-wont-turn-stuck
Jul 2, 2018 at 3:19 AM
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