The ignition is stuck in the on position?

Tiny
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Ignition won't turn off it will start but no off.
Friday, April 25th, 2025 AT 1:11 PM

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Tiny
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Yep this is common when the ignition switch key tumbler falls apart internally. You will need to remove the lock tumbler and replace it with a new one. Here is a guide that may help with instructions below you show you how to do the repair.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/ignition-switch-wont-turn-stuck

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