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There are two common items that can cause an intermittent no start with this car. You already replaced the crank sensor, which is one of them. The other can be the key, and/or the Electronic Ignition Switch (EIS). If you...

If you are trying to get a new key to work with the vehicle, you will need a factory scan tool to program the key to the vehicle. If you replaced the computer, you will also need the dealer to...

There are several things that may be causing these issues. One place to start is the shift lever. There is a sensor that only allows the vehicle to be started if it is in park or neutral. Try shifting the...

Hey there. Thanks for writing in about your 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. There are many possible causes for a car not to start. Based on your description, however, I believe there is something wrong with your ignition system. I would...

The fuel pressure would need to be checked to make sure the pressure regulator (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-pressure-regulator-replacement) is not leaking fuel and that the pressure is correct. You may have a leaking injector (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-injector-replacement) if the pressure is okay. I recommend having...

Try to move the steering back and forth at the same time to turn the key. It may be bound by the steering wheel. To keep this from happening, you need to straighten out the steering wheel before turning off...

Hi there. If the key can go into the ignition switch and turn then the key is the right one. If the switch is not turning all the way, then the switch is damaged and needs replaced with the key...

While trying to turn the key, try turning the steering wheel in both directions. If that doesn't allow the key to turn - I would recommend having a Steering Wheel Does Not Turn Inspection (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/steering-wheel-does-not-turn-car-inspection) completed by a mobile, professional...

I believe the part you might be referring to is not the ignition switch but rather the lock cylinder. The ignition switch as an actual electronic switch located further down the steering column on your vehicle. The lock cylinder is...

The problem may not be in the ignition switch but in the transmission shift linkage. Try and push the shifter up into park and turn the key at the same time. There are technical bulletins for the shift linkage causing...

Hello. For this issue with your 1997 Saab 900, I suggest checking the operation of the crank position sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/crankshaft-position-sensor-replacement). If the current position sensor goes bad, it won't send the parameters to the engine for it to calculate how...

A key number will be given to you with your set of keys. This number can be used to produce an authorized duplicate key. Write down the number and keep it somewhere safe, but outside of your vehicle. Tips You...

This is a pretty common problem on Ford trucks. Typically, you can get the steering wheel to unlock by turning the wheel side to side while also turning the key forward. If this doesn't work you likely need to replace...

A few things can cause rough starting like you have described. The usual culprits are issues with the battery (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-battery), starter (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-starter), fuel pump (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-fuel-pump), fuel filter (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-fuel-filter), or the ignition switch (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-ignition-switch). I'd recommend enlisting a qualified technician to...

The chip key (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-replace-a-car-key) will not work unless it was programmed to work on your 2001 Toyota Solara. You will have to have the key reprogrammed to work with your car or the anti-theft system will not be turned off....

The issue could be the steering column lock mechanism or the key cylinder, or both. To repair those components, typically there will be partial disassembly of the steering column. That is a sensitive area as the air bag is installed...

Hello. It sounds like you may have two different problems with your van. The key not coming out of the ignition may be caused by a failure in the ignition switch or the shift lock. Both of these are common...

To remove the key from the ignition switch, try turning the steering wheel left and right as you turn the ignition switch. Make sure that the vehicle is in park to make the interlock solenoid unlock the ignition switch lock....

Hello, I am sorry to hear about your issue, but there is a solution. More likely than not, the ignition lock cylinder (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/ignition-key-is-stuck-and-does-not-turn-inspection) will have to be replaced and a new key set programmed. Your keys can be released during...

Hello! There are three things that are likely causing your issue: a faulty interlock control unit, a stuck gear shift lock, or a faulty ignition cylinder. At times, a little WD-40 on the key and key hole, or wiggling the...