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  1. #1
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    Default Ignition key, steering lock, what to do next?

    I read as many forum threads as I could. Looking for advice on what to do next. I have a 2004 XC70. The key wouldn't turn and the steering wheel was locked.

    So I cut open the steering wheel lock mechanism and can now turn the wheel. Also learned how to start car and override the shifter so I could drive. PITA.

    I still can't turn the key and therefore can't shift normally.

    1. Is it the actual ignition tumbler action itself that is failing me? If so, does that mean replace the whole assembly?
    2. Can I go to a wrecker and get a replacement part of any kind to solve my problem?

    Thanks.

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    Thanks. I still can't get the key to turn. Will try "massaging" the internal bits and see if that works.

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    Did you get air the bottom plate off? Look up in there and see if anything is jammed or broken off.
    2020 Subaru Outback XT - Pearl White Loaded-huge improvement over 2013!
    1955 Ford F-250 - 223 IL6, 4 Speed with Granny Gear, 109 HP, 4.88 Rear
    2017 Maserati Ghibli - Blu Emozione - GONE!
    2013 2013 Subaru Outback - charcoal Grey, Eyesight Collision Avoidance 110k miles
    2007 2007 XC70, Barents Blue, Charcoal Leather 215k miles
    1978 Bitchin' Chevrolet Z28 Camaro - Fuel Injected 383ci SB Dyno'd at 452HP 462FT/LBs Torque
    My build thread: http://www.nastyz28.com/forum/showthread.php?t=276139

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