2008 Ford Escape one key is giving me problems

Asked by Guru972CD Jul 26, 2017 at 11:51 PM about the 2008 Ford Escape XLS AWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I have problems with one key in particular  key
goes into my ignition turns  to start position but the
engine will not turn over. If I  crank it back and forth
and or turn the key upside down it eventually works
. It seems to be getting worse and recently i see
the other key starting to do the same what can i do
Norm

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beatupchevy answered 6 years ago

have keys made at a pro lock smith not a hardware store , use the good one till you get a new ignition set installed before it's ruined , a lock smith can also get the set cheaper than a dealer

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