1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee Logo

Related Topics:

Posted on Jan 05, 2009
Answered by a Fixya Expert

Trustworthy Expert Solutions

At Fixya.com, our trusted experts are meticulously vetted and possess extensive experience in their respective fields. Backed by a community of knowledgeable professionals, our platform ensures that the solutions provided are thoroughly researched and validated.

View Our Top Experts

Key wont turn in the ignition

I cannot turn the key in the ignition to start the car

Answer This Question
  • 2 more comments 
  • benziger05 Jan 07, 2009

    My Jeep just started doing this as well. I never know when it will start. Not very reliable. It will go in the key hole, but not turn. I must be patient with it! How much is it for that ignition lock cylinder?

  • Anonymous Jan 20, 2009

    Until it can be fixed simply hit the key in the ignition 3 times, if your hand does not work use a small screw driver.

  • Anonymous May 11, 2010

    If the wheels are turned very far in either direction this can result in tension on the key lock. If this is the case, turn wheel in direction they are turned and while holding tension on wheel, try to then turn the key. Otherwise, I'd really have to be there to figure it out!!!

  • Anonymous Mar 13, 2014

    I can't turn the key to start the car. The key is also touchy in the doors. 99 4Runner Key problem or ignition jammed?

×

2 Answers

Ernest Stalker

Ernest Stalker

Level 2:

An expert who has achieved level 2 by getting 100 points
MVP:

An expert that got 5 achievements.
Governor:

An expert whose answer got voted for 20 times.
Hot-Shot:

An expert who has answered 20 questions.

  • Expert 53 Answers
  • Posted on Jan 06, 2009
Ernest Stalker
Expert
Level 2:

An expert who has achieved level 2 by getting 100 points
MVP:

An expert that got 5 achievements.
Governor:

An expert whose answer got voted for 20 times.
Hot-Shot:

An expert who has answered 20 questions.

Joined: Jan 06, 2009
Answers
53
Questions
0
Helped
31083
Points
120

I work at jeep and this is very common. you need a new ignition lock cylinder. easy repair but you need to buy it from a dealer and bring the key and lock cylinder to a locksmith to get it coded

Anonymous

Level 1:

An expert who has achieved level 1.
New Friend:

An expert that has 1 follower.

  • Contributor 1 Answer
  • Posted on Dec 08, 2009
Anonymous
Contributor
Level 1:

An expert who has achieved level 1.
New Friend:

An expert that has 1 follower.

Joined: Dec 08, 2009
Answers
1
Questions
0
Helped
604
Points
1
Ad

Add Your Answer

×

Uploading: 0%

my-video-file.mp4

Complete. Click "Add" to insert your video. Add

×

Loading...
Loading...

Related Questions:

0helpful
1answer

I accidently put another key in my ignition of my 2001hyundai accent and now my key won't start the car
Do you mean that after you removed the wrong key your original key wont go in, or do you mean using your original key and turning the starter it wont start or even turn the ignition on. If you tried to turn the ignition switch with the wrong key, sometime it will cause the lock to turn freely as an anti theft measure. You should be able to find the way to fix this in the user manual that comes with the car.
Read full answer
Dec 08, 2017 • Cars & Trucks
0helpful
1answer

Car wont start after leaving key in ignition,ie went to start car, but phone rang, key in ignition, now wont start.this has happened my wife on several occasions. starts fine on a push
Check the fuse box for the starter relay, and pull out to check pins for corrosion / bad contact. The fact it start on a bump with the key on leads me to suspect the start / crank position of the electrics. Get a knowledgeable person to run through the crank circuit with a meter, also check the condition of earth straps and starter cables. Could be the ignition switch is faulty?
Read full answer
May 14, 2015 • 2006 Saab 9-3 2.0
0helpful
1answer

Wont start
it wont start you mean it dosnt turn over no battery left or it cranks but no start clean all the keys and you should have a master key like a green one or blue with a m on it put this key in the ignition turn on the ignition without starting then turn it off and repeat with the other keys you have as well make sure its in the park position and start it after you have finish with all the keys if wont crank over try in neutral position no start fuses battery starter and so on to check after
Read full answer
Apr 10, 2014 • 2002 Kia Sedona
0helpful
2answers

Key wont turn while in ignition
Change ignition barrel or get a new key cut try spraying lubricating oil down the barrel
Read full answer
Apr 20, 2013 • 2001 Buick Century
0helpful
1answer

Car wont start when turn off changed battery/nuetral switch
try another key. the key could be worn where read coil in the ignition switch lock cylinder and immobilizer control module and ecm dont recognize ignition key or ignition switch key lock cylinder failing.
Read full answer
Nov 13, 2011 • 2002 Kia Spectra
0helpful
1answer

KEY WONT TURN IGNITION
Your car uses a transonder key, a key with a small chip embedded inside. The transponder is matched to the immobilizer unit in your car. When the key is inserted into the ignition, the immobilizer searches for that transponder, if it's not near the ignition, the car will just keep turning over and not start. Your only real options are to replace the steering lock or buy a transponder bypass unit, which I do not recommend. Just do a google search.
Read full answer
Aug 09, 2009 • 2003 Honda Pilot
1helpful
1answer

!999 isuzu rodeo's key wont turn to start tyhe
try wiggling key around rapidly and up and down while trying to turn on
key and ignition barrel are worn and need replacing
Read full answer
Jun 28, 2009 • 1999 Isuzu Rodeo
2helpful
3answers

Ignition key wont turn
is it correct key? key and ignition barrel could be worn wiggle key around in ignition while turning? gently but fast wiggling.try lube in key slot also.
if not replace barrel and key
Read full answer
May 31, 2009 • 1995 Toyota Camry
2helpful
2answers

Left key in ignition overnight, now car wont start
try checking the main relay under the dash
Read full answer
Mar 15, 2009 • 2004 Honda Odyssey
1helpful
1answer

1998 buick lesabre wont start
Do you have a Chip in the Key? if so that Could be the Problem,Ya see the chip is a resistor and if it looses its ELECTRONIC VALUE in its Case Resistance it wont start to test this Turn the Key in the ON posission then do the Screwdriver thing If it Starts Key is Good and Most Likely the Ignition (SWITCH) is Bad <<ELECTRICAL Side NOY LOCKEST SIDE For More Info Recontact Me
[email protected]<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<
Read full answer
Dec 23, 2008 • 1998 Buick LeSabre
Not finding what you are looking for?

View Most Popular

1999 Grand Cherokee

  • Cars & Trucks

Related Question

I accidently put another key in my ignition of my 2001hyundai accent and now my key won't start the car

  • Cars & Trucks

Related Topics

614 views

Ask a Question

Usually answered in minutes!

Popular Questions

GAUGES GO CRAZY AND SOMETIMES VEHICLE WON'T START

2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee

2007 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. TRANSMISSION OVER TEMP

2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland

Fuse panel diagram for 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee

2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee

2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee won't CRANK - battery is fine.

2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland

Firing order for a Jeep

Jeep Grand Cherokee Cars & Trucks

Check Out the Latest Top Trucks Report!
Check Out the Latest Top Trucks Report!

View all Fixya Reports

Top Jeep Experts

ZJ Limited
ZJ Limited

Level 3 Expert

17989 Answers

Thomas Perkins
Thomas Perkins

Level 3 Expert

15088 Answers

john h

Level 3 Expert

29494 Answers

Are you a Jeep Expert? Answer questions, earn points and help others

Answer questions

Manuals & User Guides

Loading...