help ignition switch problem !

Hello I have a problem with 93 sl2 ignition switch it is now locked in acc possition and cant be moved or removed, also the trans can be shifted from park to any position without aplying brake. before this hapened i noticed the key fit in the ignition very loosely

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justastreekin
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This may not apply to a 1993 Saturn SL2, but my sister just recently had an identical problem with her 2006 Jeep Liberty. It turned out to be a broken shifter cable.

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Larry Harvilla

You have a common problem that occurs with most early S Series. My '92 did the same thing - I had to have mine towed home. The next day I replaced the lock cylinder and a part of the housing in the column. My Saturn parts guy 'keyed' the new lock cylinder to fit my old key. Also I had two new keys made to keep the originals for spares.

Good Luck, James

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James1549

Thanks Larry for posting about the shift cable that looks ok has to be the lock ! hey James can you give me an idea how much the new lock and geting it rekeyed run you, I had to get mine towed, tow truck operator said i could get whole steering columb for 45 bucks from salvage.

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justastreekin

Larry, If you go the salvage route, you could be in the same boat in a week, a month, or next year. I would go new if you have the ability to install new parts. I searched my receipts and can not come up with part numbers for you. I do recall replacing the lock cylinder and a housing called a module.

Once in the column, you will have to drill out 3 screws. They are made to break off when installing. The head is broke off, but a shoulder holds the module in place. I believe that makes it harder for thieves to steal your car. When I installed the new screws, I didn't overtighten them so they would not break off. I figured there would be a next time!

You may get by with just replacing the lock cylinder, but mine was beyond that. The new lock cylinder was to loose in the module.

If I recall correctly, it was less than $60 for all the parts needed.

Good luck, James

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James1549

thanks James yeh i took air bag out and the rest dont look to complicated going to look for new lock tomorrow.

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justastreekin

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