ignition switch will not turn?

2000 MITSUBISHI GALANT
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The ignition switch will not turn when I put the key in
Mar 16, 2013 at 1:25 AM
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Hello,

Every vehicle has steering wheel lockout safety device. Which prevents the steering wheel from turning when the key is off.
If the steering wheel is turned in either direction the lockout can get engaged, it will not allow you to turn the key.
To get the key to turn, grasp the steering wheel and put pressure in the same direction that the wheels are turned. This will release the lockout and you will be able to turn the ignition with the key.

Here is a helpful article:

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

Please let me know of any questions.
Thank you.
Sep 9, 2021 at 11:41 AM