Ignition Key Cannot Be Removed From the Ignition Lock Cylinder. Saturn Saturn 1994

For 1990-2009 cars

# Ignition Key Cannot Be Removed From the Ignition Lock Cylinder

Subject: | Ignition Key Cannot Be Removed from The Ignition Lock Cylinder -- Replace the Ignition Lock Cylinder, Tumblers and Springs, and Cut New Keys

Models: | 1994 Saturns with VINs between RZ205000 and RZ240000

### Condition:

Some customers may comment that their key shows excessive wear, is difficult to remove from the ignition lock cylinder or cannot be removed from the ignition lock cylinder.

### Cause:

The key minder actuator on some ignition lock cylinders has an improper finish causing it to scrape against the key and remove key material. Once the plating material is worn through from several key extractions, the softer base metal of the key can become gouged by the edge of the key minder actuator, causing the key to become difficult to remove from the ignition lock cylinder. Material that has been shaved from the key can also get into the ignition lock cylinder causing interference with the operation of the tumblers and the tumbler springs.

### Correction:

Replace the ignition lock cylinder using new tumblers and tumbler springs. Make sure to maintain the same key code. Refer to the procedures in the Keys and Locks section of the 1991-1994 Body/Collision Service Manual. Also replace any keys which show evidence of worn plating.

### Parts Requirements:

Part Number | Description | Qty
--- | --- | ---
21098361 | Package -- Ignition Lock Cylinder | 1
21096750 | Tumbler #1 | As Req'd
21096751 | Tumbler #2 | As Req'd
21096752 | Tumbler #3 | As Req'd
21096753 | Tumbler #4 | As Req'd
21035207 | Spring -- Tumbler | 6
21077519 | Key -- DR & R/Compt & Ignition (uncoded) | As Req'd

Claim Information:

To receive credit for this repair during the warranty coverage period, submit a claim through the Saturn Dealer System using the appropriate Electronic Labor Time Guide and Labor Operation Code E7200.