Hello! My key wont turn over . I have tried jiggling the ...
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517 days ago
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517 days ago
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If the key is in good shape, then your locked steering wheel is most likely the problem because if the steering wheel is locked, it will not allow the key to turn. You will need to turn the steering wheel to one direction and hold it there (it may be tough). While holding the wheel, try to turn the key. If it doesn't turn, then you will need to slowly allow the steering wheel to come back while trying to turn the key. If that doesn't work, then do the same thing but turn the wheel in the other direction. This should allow you to turn the key and unlock the steering wheel. If this does not work, then you may have a problem with the ignition lock cylinder and it will have to be replaced.
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Customer
517 days ago
Its not locked...
AutoDoc1
517 days ago
Ok then the lock cylinder is damaged and will need to be replaced.
Customer
517 days ago
Okay. Is that expensive for a kia optima 06
AutoDoc1
517 days ago
It would cost around $100 for parts and labor at a repair shop.
Customer
517 days ago
Okay thank you
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517 days ago
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517 days ago
will i just be charged $5
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517 days ago
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