Key sticks in ignition switch
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8th Gear
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From: Arlington VA
Key sticks in ignition switch
This happens periodically (a lot). Two dealers have reviewed the problem but come up with no fix. One charged me over $200 to rekey the ignition which didn't solve the problem. Has anyone else experienced this? It's a '95 convertible. The computer thinks the key has been removed from the lock because the passive system does arm and lock the car.
[Modified by larel, 3:36 PM 5/5/2003]
[Modified by larel, 3:36 PM 5/5/2003]
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From: SANTA CRUZ CA
Re: Key sticks in ignition switch (larel)
larel, did either of the dealers run a diagnostic check on the CCM for any trouble codes related to the PKE system?
This would be a great fix, if it hasn't already been tried: apply a silicone lubricant to the key and insert the key into the ignition several times, lubricating the key before each insertion. Hope it works.........
[Modified by Oldman, 12:13 PM 5/5/2003]
This would be a great fix, if it hasn't already been tried: apply a silicone lubricant to the key and insert the key into the ignition several times, lubricating the key before each insertion. Hope it works.........
[Modified by Oldman, 12:13 PM 5/5/2003]
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8th Gear
Joined: Apr 2003
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From: Arlington VA
Re: Key sticks in ignition switch (Oldman)
Not sure if any diagnostic check was run but dealer #1 in Chicago thought that the switch only needed cleaning which may mean they tried your silicon lubricant suggestion. Dealer #2 in Virginia re-keyed the car to no avail.....but then these are the folks who keep forgetting to reset the oil change notification setting. Guess I need to find another dealere. I'll bring these thoughts up to the Service Manager. I managed to lock myself out of the car the other day which didn't do anything for my personality. Thanks for your help though.
