IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER
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IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER
Hello my problem is on a 1990 HONDA ACCORD I have purchased 2 different new lock cylinders for the ignition and both of them have this issue I install them they work fine it'll start the car but it won't go all the way off so the key can be removed. I am not sure what I am doing wrong because I am pretty sure I am installing it correctly because it works fine other then not being able to turn it all the way back and remove the key. I can't tell exactly what the problem is if anyone can help please do thank you in advanced for your help.
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Re: IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER
Automatic transmission?
Interlock or most likely the shifter cable is out of adjustment. If the shifter is in Park try pulling the shifter all the way down to D1 and then shifting it all in one sweep to Park without stopping. This might allow key removal, if so then the cable is out of adjustment.
Interlock or most likely the shifter cable is out of adjustment. If the shifter is in Park try pulling the shifter all the way down to D1 and then shifting it all in one sweep to Park without stopping. This might allow key removal, if so then the cable is out of adjustment.
Originally Posted by TechAuto
Key Stuck: Removing the key from the ignition switch or fixing seizing problem.
Problem: Cannot remove the key even in park or when the steering is turn left or right.
Solution: If the car uses an interlock device (years`90+) then you may have to clean or adjust the console switch if the P light is not lit or adjust the shift cable link located on the shift selector, but most often the linkage is just out of alignment.
Troubleshoot: Put the selector on P then push the handle back and forth while still in P. If the key comes off then adjust as follow.
If the key comes out by pushing the shift lever back and fourth while in park then you need to adjust the locknut.
Put the car in neutral and remove the lock pin.
Adjust the locknut until you can slide the lockpin into its place with ease.
Tighten the locknut.
If the above does not solve it follow this step. What can happen is that the grease freezes up inside the gear selector switch (located inside the P, R, N, D, 2, 1 gear selector console.) This is a common problem and the solution is to either spray the contacts with a contact cleaner or clean the contact then spray the contacts with a contact cleaner. Most often you will need a 10-mm socket to remove the switch to do any repairs, if you do so, make sure you mark their positions before removing the switch or otherwise you will have problem with alignment. To remove the key immediately see steps below:
Steps:
Disconnect the negative car battery.
Remove key. (Works on late models, `90+.)
key stays just like this
Problem: Cannot turn key or key is stuck but some keys work or key won't return to the ON position after starting.
Solution 1: You may have a worn key. Either get a new key from the dealer or allow a locksmith to file down the key or tumblers.
Solution 2: Otherwise you will have to replace the ignition switch assembly (but not the lock cylinder.) This involves a punch or drill outlined on this page.
Problem: Cannot remove the key even in park or when the steering is turn left or right.
Solution: If the car uses an interlock device (years`90+) then you may have to clean or adjust the console switch if the P light is not lit or adjust the shift cable link located on the shift selector, but most often the linkage is just out of alignment.
Troubleshoot: Put the selector on P then push the handle back and forth while still in P. If the key comes off then adjust as follow.
If the key comes out by pushing the shift lever back and fourth while in park then you need to adjust the locknut.
Put the car in neutral and remove the lock pin.
Adjust the locknut until you can slide the lockpin into its place with ease.
Tighten the locknut.
If the above does not solve it follow this step. What can happen is that the grease freezes up inside the gear selector switch (located inside the P, R, N, D, 2, 1 gear selector console.) This is a common problem and the solution is to either spray the contacts with a contact cleaner or clean the contact then spray the contacts with a contact cleaner. Most often you will need a 10-mm socket to remove the switch to do any repairs, if you do so, make sure you mark their positions before removing the switch or otherwise you will have problem with alignment. To remove the key immediately see steps below:
Steps:
Disconnect the negative car battery.
Remove key. (Works on late models, `90+.)
key stays just like this
Problem: Cannot turn key or key is stuck but some keys work or key won't return to the ON position after starting.
Solution 1: You may have a worn key. Either get a new key from the dealer or allow a locksmith to file down the key or tumblers.
Solution 2: Otherwise you will have to replace the ignition switch assembly (but not the lock cylinder.) This involves a punch or drill outlined on this page.
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