This problem is caused by one of the tiny little pins that are used to code the lock getting stuck, u can try getting some powdered Graphite lock cylinder lube to try and free it up, if that doean't do it you will need to replace the ignition lock cylinder, don't use anthing but dry lock lube, WD 40 or any kind of oily spray will make the problem worse in the long run. Lock lube is avil from any hardware store like ACE or Home Depot
My Kia Rio key was sticking BADLY and did not want to turn. A quick squirt into the ignition lock and it turns like it is supposed to! Thanks! It saved me the cost and frustration of FINDING and replacing the ignition switch and lock set.
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Try a spare key if key still doesnt turn try moving wheel right to left sometimes if there is preasure on steering wheel it can hold ignition from turning , if nothing works then i would say you have a bad ignition switch, good luck,
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######Answer, saw a demonstration on youtube that suggested that you place the key in the ignition if it is not turning, and give the key several good raps with a hammer and it will knock loose whatever is causing it to stick. I tried it and after four or five raps with the hammer it worked.#####
I tapped it with the end of a screwdriver and it worked!! Took two tries! Thank you so much!
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Have a 2010 kia optima key came out in the accessory mark and now key wont turn?
SOURCE: Ignition key won`t turn on my chrysler cirrus
tap the lock cylender with a small hammer it will free up the tumblers and the insert key and its working again.
SOURCE: Ignition failure sensor
there is such a part on the 2006 Optima...it is located under the plastic cover on the upper right side of the motor
SOURCE: Engine Check Light - 2006 KIA Optima
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Before you turn out the light you should have a code read carried out just to make sure nothing sinister is going on with the management system.
If the car is running ok then the code will probably either pertian to the O2 sensor, the EVAP system, or a drop in catalytic efficiency, but this isn't set in stone, just the most popular scenarios.
Very best regards
Geordie
SOURCE: ignition key won t turn. steering wheel locked
the key may be worn badly or the ignition needs to be replaced.
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