For 1990-2009 cars

Step | Action | Yes | No
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DEFINITION: The ignition lock cylinder does not allow the key to rotate out of the LOCK position.
1 | Did you review the Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Symptoms - Steering Wheel and Column
2 | Verify that the lock system does not unlock. Does the lock system unlock? | System OK | Go to Step 3
3 | Inspect for an incorrect, worn, or damaged key. Is the key incorrect, worn, or damaged? | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 4
4 | Inspect the lock cylinder for damage. Is the lock cylinder case damaged? | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 5
5 | Inspect the lock cylinder case for damage. Is the lock cylinder damaged? | Go to Step 9 | Go to Step 6
6 | Inspect the ignition switch for damage. Is the ignition switch damaged? | Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 2
7 | Replace the key. Refer to Key and Lock Cylinder Coding in General Information. Did you complete the replacement? | Go to Step 11 | --
8 | Replace the lock cylinder. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement - On Vehicle . Did you complete the replacement? | Go to Step 11 | --
9 | Replace the lock cylinder case. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Case Replacement - On Vehicle . Did you complete the replacement? | Go to Step 11 | --
10 | Replace the ignition switch. Refer to Ignition Switch Replacement - On Vehicle . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 11 | --
11 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? | System OK | Go to Step 3