my key wont turn at all

1999 NISSAN ALTIMA
193,500 MILES
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ASHLEY220
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my car is on a hill the wheel wasnt locked at first but now it is wat can i do
Jun 22, 2012 at 4:42 PM
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KHLOW2008
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With key in ignition slot, turn the steering slightly to the side that moves and wiggle the key while turning it.
Jun 22, 2012 at 5:30 PM
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ASHLEY220
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i did that it willnt work
Jun 22, 2012 at 8:51 PM
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ASHLEY220
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when i was moveing the key before it locked it still didnt work
Jun 22, 2012 at 8:53 PM
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KHLOW2008
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You have a bad key cylinder and need to wiggle the key to make it turn. If it still does not work, you would need a locksmith to help you.
Jun 23, 2012 at 2:51 PM
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