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Key won't turn over all the way to start

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Old Aug 26, 2009 | 07:33 PM
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Key won't turn over all the way to start

I can turn it enough to get the radio, lights, etc going but not all the over for her to start. Can I take out the ignition myself easily and run it over to a locksmith or could it be another problem?
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Old Aug 26, 2009 | 07:40 PM
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How's the condition of the key?
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Old Aug 26, 2009 | 07:51 PM
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The one thats on my keychain is an aftermarket one that is getting pretty worn, but my factory key which is in great shape doesn't work either.
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Old Aug 26, 2009 | 08:55 PM
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I had that problem and sprayed just a little WD-40 in the keyhole and it was good after that. Hope it's the same for you.
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Old Aug 30, 2009 | 08:50 AM
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I just went ahead and swapped out ignition lock cylinders, which is an amazingly easy process.
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Old Aug 30, 2009 | 11:35 AM
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Ign. replace!!

I had that problem and cleaned out the ign. cleared it up for a while.
Should have replaced the little fella from the get go. Real easy to get out and put in! save yourself the headache now replace it and dont get stranded
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