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    Aug 1, 2010, 08:39 AM
    My car won't turn in the ignition, I tried the turning the wheel side to side.
    Hi I own a 2000 chevy Cavilier, I tried to start my car up but the key will not turn in the ignition. I tried turning my wheel side to side to unlock it but it still didn't move. I also tried using a spare key, hoping that would work, but still no movement, what should I do next?
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    Aug 1, 2010, 08:43 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by naja1010 View Post
    Hi I own a 2000 chevy Cavilier, I tried to start my car up but the key will not turn in the ignition. I tried turnin:confused::confused::eek:g my wheel side to side to unlock it but it still didn't move. I also tried using a spare key, hoping that would work, but still no movement, what should I do next? This is the first time this has happened, I had the car for about 9 years. Please give me the best quote possible
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    Aug 1, 2010, 08:45 AM

    Remove the key and try spraying the mechanism with WD-40. If that doesn't work, you may be facing a situation similar to what's described in the link below:

    https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/cars-t...tml#post224842

    The specifics in the link were for a Honda, however.
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    Aug 1, 2010, 08:47 AM

    I tried that already. Thanks
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    Aug 1, 2010, 08:57 AM

    Does this key work other locks.
    Does the key look physically damaged?
    My need to change the lock, A locksmith may have to pick the lock, remove and replace.
    Auto stores sell just the cylinder.
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    Aug 1, 2010, 09:06 AM

    And you tried pushing cylinder in while turning?
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