Ignition switch/security system lock

Asked by Ralph1982 Feb 23, 2016 at 05:10 AM about the 1997 Pontiac Sunfire 2 Dr SE Coupe

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I have a 1997 ponitac sunfire that will not start
I've installed a new battery..new starter...plugs
and wires..coil packs...ignition modular..etc
now its to the point where people are saying it
could be a security lock due to a bad ignition
switch. I've tried different ways to disable the
system but nothing works. If you have any
solutions please feel free to help me with this
issue.

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David answered 8 years ago

you should mention if security light is off, flashing, or on solid. Will help alot

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amyj37160 answered 5 years ago

David I have the same problem on an 06 Murano is this ignition switch or lock cylinder or both my strong wheel and great shifter are locked and I've tried everything to try to release steering wheel and the key works and just won't budge out of locked position

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