Why Can't I remove the key when I turn the engine off It gets stuck in the ignition

1997 PONTIAC SUNFIRE
100,000 MILES
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DAE52
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The motor is off but the lights on the dash board are still on and you can't turn the key to get them off or get the key out. The car starts and runs fine just can't get the key out
Nov 23, 2011 at 6:00 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Try lubericating the tumbler. They make a special grease for them that you can get at any parts store.
Nov 23, 2011 at 6:04 PM
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ASHLEYADAM
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When I had this problem, some of the pins in the lock cylinder broke. I had to get a locksmith to complete a repair.
Feb 21, 2012 at 4:49 AM
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