2001 Chrysler Town Country Ignition Lock Jams Only Released By Tapping Key

2001 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY
82,000 MILES
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Ignition Lock jams. Can only be released by tapping key with a hammer. I Understand that this is an indication of dirt in the lock cylinder. How do I clean this lock? Is it safe to use WD40 in the cylinder mechanism or will that cause electrical problems? Can I use a compressed air can, such as that for cleaning computer components, or must the mechanism be taken apart to be cleaned?
Dec 7, 2012 at 12:52 PM
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