Key will not go to lock position?

Tiny
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Ignition switch does not sense car is in park so key will not go to lock position so it can be removed.
Saturday, May 13th, 2017 AT 4:50 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

This is most likely a problem with the shift-lock cable that goes from the shifter to the ignition switch. If the cable wears out it will not push the lock into place. Remove the shift cover to check its operation. Here is some diagram to help you get the problem fixed.

Please let us know what happens.

Cheers, Ken
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Tuesday, May 16th, 2017 AT 1:06 PM
Tiny
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Thank you. The brace for the cable going into the ignition switch had lost the screw holding the cable secure. Screwed back on and now the cable is working like designed and my problem is fixed.

Again thank you!

Bobby O. Davis
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Thursday, May 18th, 2017 AT 9:38 PM
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Nice work, we are here to help, please use 2CarPros anytime.

Cheers, Ken
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Friday, May 19th, 2017 AT 11:11 AM
Tiny
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The ignition switch will not return to the lock position and the key can not be romoved
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Wednesday, May 26th, 2021 AT 1:25 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Try jamming the shifter into low gear then into park, kind of fast and see if the key comes out. Check back to us
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Wednesday, May 26th, 2021 AT 1:25 PM (Merged)
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Can not remove key. The engine starts, runs & shut off properly, but the key won't turn far enough to release & pull out.
Checked all fuses & relays, power down the computer, all to no avail.

Redbank
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Wednesday, May 26th, 2021 AT 1:25 PM (Merged)
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I have the same problem in mine. Under the steering column there should be a black cable that connects to the ignition. Jiggle the cable (I pull it towards me) while trying to turn the key all the way back.

I haven't really had a look at mine, but it sounds and feels like the bolt is loose. Nothing serious.

Good luck! (If you do it enough, you can release it with your feet as well!)
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Wednesday, May 26th, 2021 AT 1:25 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Hi, I am unable to remove my key from the ignition after turning the vehicle off (in park). Also, sometimes the car won't start unless I play with the gear shift a little. Is there an adjustment I can make or is there something that I need to replace?
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Wednesday, May 26th, 2021 AT 1:25 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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I removed the cover from the gear shift and found the cable. I was able to move the cable a little bit to be able to remove the key. The cable's end-piece spins freely, how do I adjust it?

Thanks again!
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