Gene wrote:
> I can't get the ignition key out of the ignition cylinder.
> The car is in park.
> The brake is held down with pressure.
> I have tried wiggling, twisting, shaking just about everything.
> Eventually, it will slide out as normal.
> For the next few insert, start, and remove key - it works fine.
> Then for some unknown reason, it hangs again.
> It seems to fail at the last notch, when key is turned counter-clockwise
> for normal extraction.
>
> I will go try & locate the cable linkage from the automatic ****fter
> and see if there is an adjustment.
>
> Are there any other things that I can check?
>
> I'm pretty sure the key is good, as we just paid Chrysler $30 to
> cut a new one from the VIN.
>
> What is the procedure for removing the key cylinder from the steering
> column? Does it pop out, or do you need to remove the steering wheel
> plastic, etc?
>
> Possible recall for this problem on a 2003 Sebring LX ?
>
> Thanks,
> Gene
There is an adjustment procedure for the interlock cable at the ****fter.
On the LH car, there is a cable adjustment locking latch at the
****fter (at the ****ofter end of the interlock cable sheath) that you
release with the key in trhe ignition and the ignition switch in the
fully OFF (steering wheel lock) position and the ****fter in Park
position. This allows the cable to adjust itself to the correct
position. Then you re-engage the cable aduster latch. I can only
assume the Sebring is designed the same way (but I can't be 100% sure of
that - someone would have to check the Sebring FSM).
Bill Putney
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