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Ignition - Unable to Turn Key in Ignition Cylinder

Bulletin No.: 05-02-35-002

Date: April 18, 2005

TECHNICAL

Subject:
Unable to Rotate Key in Ignition, Ignition Lock Cylinder Jammed (Replace Ignition Lock Cylinder)

Models:
2004-2005 Cadillac SRX

Condition

Some customers may comment that the ignition key will not rotate in either direction, or that the ignition lock cylinder is jammed.

Cause

This condition may be caused by the ignition lock cylinder key guides shearing, causing the lock cylinder to jam when the ignition key is not fully inserted before attempting to rotate it to the Start position.

Correction

Using the service procedure published in SI (Document ID #797076), replace the ignition lock cylinder.





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