GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Yes

No

1

Did you review the Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections?

Go to Step 2

Go to Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation

2

Verify the key cannot be removed from the ignition lock cylinder.

Is the key stuck in the lock cylinder?

Go to Step 3

System OK

3

Is the vehicle equipped with a manual transmission?

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 4

4

Turn the ignition key to the OFF position.

Can the key be turned to the OFF position and be removed?

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 5

5

Verify the adjustment of the automatic transmission shift cable. Refer to Shift Control Cable Adjustment .

Can the key be turned to the OFF position?

System OK

Go to Step 6

6

Inspect for a faulty lock cylinder.

Is the lock cylinder damaged?

Go to Step 8

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7

Inspect the ignition lock cylinder case.

Is the case worn, damaged or loose?

Go to Step 9

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8

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

Did you complete the repair?

Go to Step 10

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9

Replace the ignition lock cylinder case housing. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Case Replacement .

Did you complete the repair?

Go to Step 10

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10

Operate the system to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

Go to Step 2