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Ignition key stuck in.


rkvons
06-26-2012, 01:27 PM
2005 Aveo. Hey folks, is there a solenoid that prevents the ignition key from coming out, or if I can't get the key out, is the ignition switch shot? Thanks.

mcthumber
06-26-2012, 04:37 PM
Gotta ask the obvious--

Did you move the steering wheel a little to see if it would take the pressure off the key?

Tech II
06-26-2012, 10:40 PM
Floor shift? Key in column? Most GM's have a lock solenoid in the column, and there usually is an access under the column near key(may have a cover), where you can insert a screwdriver to push up on a plunger, to release key......problem could be BTSI solenoid, a broken wire, or bad lock solenoid...have seen a lot of broken wires....

rkvons
06-27-2012, 09:16 AM
Gotta ask the obvious--

Did you move the steering wheel a little to see if it would take the pressure off the key?
Yes, we tried that. It is a console shift and we moved that around in the "Park" area while simultaneously trying to get the key out with no luck. Also made sure the brake was applied. I tried taking off the stuff around the steering column, but for my first attempt, could not figure out how it comes apart without worrying about breaking it.

rkvons
06-27-2012, 09:17 AM
Floor shift? Key in column?

Yes and yes. I will have to open up the steering column to take a look.

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