Q: key unlocks doors and trunk but ignition is locked key will not turn ignition, i think maybe key is worn out?

asked by on April 14, 2017

key unlocks doors and trunk but ignition is locked key will not turn ignition,

My car has 135000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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