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Lock System Does Not Unlock

Lock System Does Not Unlock

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DEFINITION: The lock system does not allow the key to rotate out of the OFF position.
1 Did you review the Ignition Lock System Description and perform the necessary inspections? Go to Step 2  Go to Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation 
2 Verify that the lock system does not unlock.
Does the lock system operate normally?
System OK Go to Step 3 
3 Inspect for an incorrect, a worn, or a damaged key.
Is the key incorrect, worn, or damaged?
Go to Step 8  Go to Step 4 
4 Inspect for a faulty lock cylinder.
Is the lock cylinder damaged?
Go to Step 9  Go to Step 5 
5 Inspect the automatic transmission shift lock control adjustment.
Is the automatic transmission shift lock control adjusted incorrectly?
Go to Step 10  Go to Step 6 
6 Inspect the lock module assembly for damage.
Is the lock module assembly damaged?
Go to Step 11  Go to Step 7 
7 Inspect the ignition switch assembly for damage.
Is the ignition switch assembly damaged?
Go to Step 12  Go to Step 3 
8 Replace the key. Refer to Key and Lock Cylinder Coding in General Information.
Did you complete the repair?
Go to Step 13  -
9 Replace the lock cylinder. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement .
Did you complete the repair?
Go to Step 13  -
10 Adjust the automatic transmission shift lock control.
Did you complete the repair?
Go to Step 13  -
11 Replace the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .
Did you complete the repair?
Go to Step 13  -
12 Replace the ignition switch. Refer to Ignition Switch Replacement .
Did you complete the repair?
Go to Step 13  -
13 Operate the system in order to verify the repair.
Did you correct the condition?
System OK Go to Step 3