Cannot turn off ignition after battery drained flat

ROCKYXX

MEMBER
1997 CHEVROLET BLAZER
4.4L
6 CYL
4WD
AUTOMATIC
120,000 MILES

The battery drained out and for some reason I am unable to shut the ignition completely off. The battery is completely dead. I cannot pull the keys out of the ignition. Anyone know why? I can't get back over there to jump start it for a couple days, will it return to normal with a jump or a battery charge? Thank you for any help.

Tuesday, June 29th, 2021 AT 11:59 AM

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

MECHANIC
110,176 POSTS

Hi,

This is likely because the battery is completely dead. Take a jumper pack or remove the battery and charge it. That should take care of the problem.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-jump-start-car-battery-using-jumper-cables

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-charge-your-car-battery

If I recall correctly, this vehicle has an ignition lock cylinder actuator that has to have battery voltage applied to it to turn the key all the way to the lock or off position.

Let me know if this helps answer your questions and how things work out.

Take care,

Joe

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Tuesday, June 29th, 2021 AT 9:38 PM

ROCKYXX

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I put a jump on the car this morning and, sure enough, the key went to the off position and I pulled them right out. Now if I can figure out the other 54 problems with this thing. Anyway, thank you very much for your time and help. I'm sure you will hear from me again.

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Wednesday, June 30th, 2021 AT 8:18 AM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Hi,

First, you are very welcome. Second, you are welcome to come back anytime in the future if you have questions or need help. You're always welcome here.

Take care and let us know if we can help.

Joe

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Wednesday, June 30th, 2021 AT 9:09 PM