brock
10/14/2007 9:29:08 AM
My 97 started holding the key when I exit the vehicle.
It of course must be in Park and in the off position to remove normally.
I had searched for previous posts and did not really find an answer.
I assume it has something to do with the gear selector since it is intermittent.
Can any one give me the mechanics or adjustments associated with the function, is there an electrical switch involved.
rriddle3
10/14/2007 9:44:14 AM
It could possibly be a bad ignition switch, but I think the most likely cause would be the lock cylinder going bad. To replace it safely, you would want to disable the air bag. If it were me, this is one of those things that I would let either the dealer or a locksmith take care of. Using the 'search' function for
'key stuck' you can see what some others have done for this problem.
redpeppers
10/16/2007 11:03:44 PM
I had a friend with the some problem and a new ignition lock had 2 b installed.
CanadaBlazer
10/17/2007 3:58:40 PM
I just had the same problem with mine. There is a small plug(the size of a nickel) that you can remove with a small flathead screwdriver. Then you can insert that small screwdriver straight up and in which will press on a metal plunger which will manually allow you to remove the key- this will obviously only get you out of a pinch and as the other member said- you will have to replace that ignition part.
97ssblazer
8/25/2008 8:02:45 PM
this is an old post but o well..
my 97 did this.. some sensor went bad in my coloumn. there is a small hole under a little metal rod.. using a screwdriver push up that rod and key comes right out :). i couldnt see spending 140 dollars for it so i zip tied it up :) all fixed :)
dtetreau
9/7/2008 6:40:25 AM
Seems to be a common issue, My son''s 99 has the same problem!!!
jburke
9/11/2008 11:09:15 AM
I have the same issue with my 97. I have replaced everything ingition ket related in the colum. I noticed if I turned the switch on, pushed the brake pedal down and mash in the button several times for the shifter release (like you are going to put it into gear), you will hear a click inside the colum and then the key will release. I thought it might be the switch on the shifter itself but the problem is intermittant. Got me stumped.
