Key Stuck
Asked by wherescarl Nov 19, 2008 at 10:55 AM about the 2000 Buick Regal
Question type: Maintenance & Repair
W/ increasing frequency, the key will not release from the ignition switch. Slamming the console shifter back and forth from P to 1st sometimes work, sometimes not. Dealer says Key Cylinder replacement needed & $450.00 to replace. I think it is the BTSI or some other switch or Solenoid.
Most Internet forums say that too.
3 Answers
If the key does not turn to lock position and there will not come out of the cylinder, then I too believe you may have to change the key lock , that will envole the removeal of the steering wheel . Check with auto parts store for a replacement.
I believe the key itself has a 300 ohm resistor in it. You can have a new key made with the resistor in it at ACE hardware for sbout $55.
It's the shift interlock solenoid that needs replscement. Part is about $80. Labor is free, if you do it. Look up how to replace it on the interwebby.
