2002 buick regal won't start

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If i replace the ignition switch in a 2002 buick regal do the keys have to be reprogramed

normally only if you replace the cylinder barrel
the immobilizer section is at the end of the barrel normally under the trim and the switch is a separate unit to the barrel

Oct 11, 2017 • 2002 Buick Regal

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99 Regal GS 3800 supercharged wont crank key in ignition all lights go off and car does nothing help!!!

Sounds like you may have possibly TWO problems here. The ignition key not turning past the run position or even to the run position is most likely a lock cylinder issue and may be fixed by replacing the ignition lock cylinder, As for the power being killed when turning the ignition to the start position, that sounds like a defective ignition switch. these items are two seperate parts. The reason for the turn signal issue may be related to the ignition switch fault.
Hope this helps.

Nov 16, 2013 • Cars & Trucks

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My key won't turn at all in my 2003 Buick Regal.

your battery replacement is a coincidence if anything your faulty ignition caused a battery drain reciprocating the need for a new battery. your ignition assembly is damaged very common on this year and make. not the lock cylinder but the ignition assyembly

Nov 05, 2013 • 2003 Buick Regal

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Ignition key won't release to the lock position

The ignition barrel is faulty and needs to be repleced.

Sep 15, 2011 • 2001 Buick Regal

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Twice my 21 yr old has told me he cannot start the 2002 Buick Regal. The first time I think the gear shift had not fully engaged in Park. This last time he said the steering wheel locked up, so he...

could be a faulty safety start switch, as far as the steering wheel locking up,, most the time thats just caused by turning off the key while the wheels are up against a parking curb or something thats putting pressure on the wheels, if the key won't turn Just pull it from side to side as you wiggle the key , I'd have the safety switch in the shifter checked, and maybe adjusted

Jul 25, 2011 • 2002 Buick Regal

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Cannot remove key from ignition in 2002 buick regal

Ive been having the same problem for a long time. Its pretty annoying. I found some advice on http://www.topix.com/forum/autos/buick-regal/TVD54JHIP8DJ0LKKT

One says there is a release button you can get to under the steering column, but you have to have a screw driver. Caution though: If the key does not turn all the way down before you pull it out, even with the release, your car can still be started, even without the key in it. I did this.. kinda scary. Also, if the keys not all the way in the 'off' position and you take the key out, you cant automatically lock the doors. FYI.

Jul 03, 2010 • 2002 Buick Regal

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For dgnoid: Car is 2002 Buick Regal. Husband is blind and I thought it would be cool for him to have remote key to lock and unlock car more easily, unfortunately, it did not come with instructions on how...

IMPORTANT: Before entering programming mode, have in possession all of the remotes you will be using on the vehicle. Once you program the remotes , all previous codes will be erased from the memory. The other remotes will not be functional until you program the remotes again.
1. Close the vehicle doors.
2. Insert key in ignition and turn to ON (As far as you can without cranking engine)
3. Turn ignition OFF and remove the key from the ignition.
4. Press and hold the driver side door lock switch in the UNLOCK position.
5. Insert the ignition key into the ignition lock cylinder and remove the key.
| (Do not turn the ignition key in the lock cylinder.)

6. Insert the ignition key into the ignition lock cylinder and remove the key.
(Do not turn the ignition key in the lock cylinder.)

7. Insert the ignition key into the ignition lock cylinder. (Do not turn the
ignition key in the lock cylinder.) Leave the ignition key in the ignition lock
cylinder.
8. Release the door lock switch. The vehicle will sound three beeps in order to
verify the Program Mode has been activated.
9. Press the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons together on the keyless entry
transmitter and hold until the vehicle beeps twice to verify that the
transmitter has been successfully programmed (this take approximately 15
seconds).
10. Perform the previous step to program up to four transmitters (including your
old ones).
11. Remove the ignition key in order to exit the Program Mode.

Jun 29, 2009 • 2002 Buick Regal

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Key will not turn

When going to turn the key and the wheel is locked, try wiggling the steering wheel left and right while turning the key at the same time.

Apr 29, 2009 • 2002 Buick Regal

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Steering ignition switch lock

Jiggle the steering wheel back and forth while trying to get the key back in. Keep jiggling the wheel while turning the key until it all works out.

Apr 06, 2009 • 1995 Buick Regal

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1996 buick regal, put key in ignition,car wont start

will tace abaut 10 min to fix problem,sit on dreiver seat and turn key on only dont cranc ower weit 10 min or litlbrt more ,securiti leigth will strt flushing imidietly turn key off and start engine if dont work repit prosigure dhis will reset antyteft sistem in car

Mar 13, 2009 • 1996 Buick Regal Olympic Gold

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I have a 2003 buick regal. I found a small cover or tab about 3/4 of an inch square under the bottom of the steering column cover. If you remove that tab and take a thin object , like a phillips screwdriver and shove it up that hole it will release the ignition so you can turn it back and pull out your key. What a great discovery!

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Try turning the steering wheel in any direction while moving the key as to start the car.

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Hi try rocking the steering wheel back and forth while tring to turn the key if this does not work then you will need the ignition cylinder replaced

Kevin Rahme May 06, 2009

Hi ok the theft system will not lock up the key from turning

do you have another key that fits that car if so try that key and if it still will not turn then you will need a ignition lock cylinder

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Did u try turning the wheel slightly? sometimes if the wheel is turned and the key turned off the wheel lock will be jammed

Anonymous May 06, 2009

anti theft will still let u turn ignition just no start just for shiz and giggles try turning the wheel one way or the other while turning the keit will be quite tight most likley.

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Cannot remove key from ignition in 2002 buick regal

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