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Ignition Key Cannot Be Removed from the Ignition Lock Cylinder

DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE - IGNITION KEY CANNOT BE REMOVED FROM IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER

Step Action Yes No
1 Did you review the STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION  and perform the necessary inspections? Go to Step 2 Go to STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 
2 Verify the key cannot be removed from the ignition lock cylinder.
Is the key stuck in the lock cylinder?
Go to Step 3 System OK
3 Is the vehicle equipped with a manual transmission? Go to Step 6 Go to Step 4
4 Turn the ignition key to the OFF position.
Can the key be turned to the OFF position and be removed?
Go to Step 6 Go to Step 5
5 Verify the adjustment of the automatic transmission shift cable. Refer to SHIFT CONTROL CABLE ADJUSTMENT .
Can the key be turned to the OFF position?
System OK Go to Step 6
6 Inspect for a faulty lock cylinder.
Is the lock cylinder damaged?
Go to Step 8 -
7 Inspect the ignition lock cylinder case.
Is the case worn, damaged or loose?
Go to Step 9 -
8 Replace the ignition lock cylinder. Refer to IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER REPLACEMENT .
Did you complete the repair?
Go to Step 10 -
9 Replace the ignition lock cylinder case housing. Refer to IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER CASE REPLACEMENT .
Did you complete the repair?
Go to Step 10 -
10 Operate the system to verify the repair.
Did you correct the condition?
System OK Go to Step 2