The shaft assembly is damaged.

Repair or replace the shaft as needed. Refer to Steering Shaft, Lower Bearing, and Jacket - Disassemble - Off Vehicle .

The shear bolts are damaged.

Replace the shear bolts.

The housing assembly is damaged.

Replace the housing assembly. Refer to Steering Column Jacket - Assemble - Off Vehicle .

The brake transmission shift interlock (BTSI) system is damaged.

Repair or replace the BTSI as needed. Refer to Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Disassemble - Off Vehicle or Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Assemble - Off Vehicle .

The ignition switch assembly is damaged.

Replace the ignition switch assembly. Refer to Ignition and Key Alarm Switch Assembly - Assemble - Off Vehicle .

The park lock cable is not adjusted properly.

Adjust the park lock cable. Refer to Park Brake Cable Service/Adjustment .

The shift lever is not in the P position.

Place the gear shift in the P position.

The key is incorrect, bent, or twisted.

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