Date: Sun, 22 Jul 2007 15:06:35 GMT From: still me <wheeledBobnospamo.com> Subject: Re: Key stuck in ignition - Quick Fix?
On Sat, 21 Jul 2007 21:45:34 -0500, "Ed Kloza" <eklozanospamphia.net> wrote: >Can't remove the key from my 1997 900 convertible 5 speed manual. Fiddled >with the reverse, ignition, etc. Happened once before but it fixed itself >after a few days. Going on several weeks now having to use a separate key to >lock doors. Kind of risky when the top is down. Anyone know of a quick fix >for this? > >Ed Is the ignition popping up? That is, when you move it to "Lock", does the cylinder pop up at all? It should rise about 3-4mm. If not, try lubricating it with a spray lubricant that is suitable to electrical parts (that's not oil!). From my experience, no amount of pulling on the key will do it, but a little lubricant sometimes works magic. Spray it, switch the ignition back and forth, pull on it in the lock position, etc.
