My key is stuck in the ignition of my Chevrolet, what should I do?

Answer by  mike1357 (126)

If the key will not come out by wiggling it back and forth, up and down as you pull, you might need to call a professional locksmith to repair the tumblers inside the key cylinder.

Answer by  Pat57 (138)

You are going to have to replace the lock cylinder. You need to disassemble the stearing shaft cover and remove the lock cylinder. The replacement cylinder can be purchased as the dealer and will include new keys.

Answer by  Doug77 (1433)

It's common for someone to park their car/truck with the steering wheel off of center and have the wheel become locked. The fix is to pull the steering wheel left/right until the pressure is released and the key should move freely. Other problems related to stuck tumblers - which can be fixed with WD40 or a new key being cut.

Answer by  bobtehcar (50)

Usually when a key is stuck in a car it is because it has not fully returned to the off position. Try wiggling you key if it moves at all. If you can get it too the off position then good, if not contact your local garage.

Answer by  fantas (5)

Look for a wire, a coat hanger wire would be more recomended. At the drivers door insert the wire where the door joins the glass trace the lever and lift.

Answer by  Advisor (1032)

Unfortunately, this job requires a professional locksmith or dealer to address. If you have not already tried, jiggle the steering wheel at the same time turning the key to release. Otherwise, you can attempt to disassemble the steering column, but again this is a job best left to the professionals.

Answer by  jp95 (160)

Have you tried wiggling the steering wheel to make sure its not locked? Also a little trick would be to tap LIGHTLY!!!! with a small hammer while turning the key.

Answer by  Amber40 (24961)

This happens occasionally due to the steering lock. Try turning the wheels as you wiggle the key. Make sure the car is fully engaged in park and the key is in exactly the right position. A lso try pushing in and turning the key.

Answer by  jaysinbornagain (4)

make sure the key is turned all the way to the off position. steering wheel lock might be on turn the wheel left and right while taking the key out.

Answer by  vishnuprasathpa (9)

Neutral safety switch failure. it's when the vehicle does not see the shifter in the park position and won't allow removal of key. all you can try is to wiggle the shifter into park. needs to be serviced

Answer by  Pekochan (12)

Do not try to remove the key from the ignition. It might need a new lock, they should remove the ignition key lock cylinder and have it replaced.