DEFINITION: The lock system will not allow the key to be turned to the OFF lock position.

Did you review the Steering Wheel and Column System Description?

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Go to Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation

Verify that the lock system does not lock.

Does the lock system operate normally?

System OK

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Inspect for an incorrect, worn, or damaged key.

Is the key incorrect, worn, or damaged?

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Inspect for a faulty lock cylinder or release button.

Is the lock cylinder or release button damaged?

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Inspect the shift cable adjustment.

Is the shift cable adjusted incorrectly?

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Inspect the automatic transmission (A/T) shift control for damage.

Is the A/T shift control damaged?

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Inspect the ignition switch for damage.

Is the ignition switch damaged?

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Inspect the steering wheel theft deterrent lock for damage.

Is the lock damaged?

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Replace the key. Refer to Key and Lock Cylinder Coding in General Information.

Did you complete the repair?

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Replace the lock cylinder. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement .

Did you complete the repair?

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Adjust the shift cable. Refer to Range Selector Lever Cable Adjustment in Automatic Transaxle-4T80-E.

Did you complete the repair?

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Replace the A/T shift control. Refer to Transmission Control Replacement in Automatic Transaxle-4T80-E.

Did you complete the repair?

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Replace the ignition switch. Refer to Ignition and Start Switch Replacement .

Did you complete the repair?

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Replace the steering wheel theft deterrent lock. Refer to Theft Deterrent Module Replacement .

Did you complete the repair?

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Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

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