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Sterring wheel unlocked key won't turn 2002 Dodge CAravan

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03 dodge grand caravan - key will not turn in the ignition. i have replacement ignition lock cylinder and have followed your steps on replacing until the step of "insert key and turn to Run position" - i can't turn my key at all. How do I proceed from here? Thank you for your help!

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It is something you can do yourself.
I am assuming you want to remove just the Lock Cylinder and not the entire Ignition switch?
For JUST the Lock Cylinder:
1. Disconnect the negative side of the battery.
2. Remove the lower steering column cover under the steering column. It has three (3) screws.
3. Insert the Key and turn to the RUN position.
4. Using a small screw driver - depress the Lock Retaining Tab. It is located right of center on the column in the area of the Key insertion area.
5. Remove the Lock Cylinder.
To Install:
1. Insert the Lock Cylinder in the "Lock" Position.
2. While pushing in - insert the Key and turn it clockwise to the Run Position.
Let me know if this helped. If it is the entire Ignition Switch, let me know with an email to this post. I will send the additional infomation (for free).

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