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#1 of 6 key stuck? by silverfoxdjr Jun 03, 2007 (2:12 pm)
Hi Gang, I have a 2001 SLT Jimmy (49k) with a problem. A few months ago I had to have my multi-funtion switched replaced, ok no problem, then about a month ago the key would not go to the "HOME" position unless I played with the shifter and/or had the right touch on the brake peddle. This happens occasionally, but of course, at the wrong damn time!!I've had 5 back surgery's so I really can't maneuver like in the past, so I have to count on someone else's judgment (GRRRR) and I've had sooo many differant suggestions and the installer of the MF switch feels responsable but management says differently,does anyone have an idea where I can check some simple areas to start looking before I attempt to get on the floor and become part of the truck until the ER squad has to get the jaws of life to get me out? LOL Silverfox Replies to this message: repairdog (Jun 04, 2007 2:25 pm) silverfoxdjr (Jun 07, 2007 4:08 am) isoia (Aug 13, 2008 12:09 am)
#2 of 6 Re: key stuck? [silverfoxdjr] by repairdog Jun 04, 2007 (2:25 pm)
Replying to: silverfoxdjr (Jun 03, 2007 2:12 pm) Very possible not related (but just as possible it is) and the key will not rotate to off unless the trans cable is aligned correctly and that adjustment is on the side of the trans - takes 5 min when on a lift to do. Replies to this message: silverfoxdjr (Jun 07, 2007 4:08 am)
#3 of 6 Re: key stuck? [repairdog] by silverfoxdjr Jun 07, 2007 (4:08 am)
Replying to: repairdog (Jun 04, 2007 2:25 pm) Mr. Repairdog, thanks for the the tip and the time to effort to reply, much abliged! Silverfox
#4 of 6 Re: key stuck? [silverfoxdjr] by isoia Aug 13, 2008 (12:09 am)
Replying to: silverfoxdjr (Jun 03, 2007 2:12 pm) When my key was stuck, and it wasn't making any electrical connection, and no power whatsoever was to be seen, my Dad just cleaned the two way fuse located just beneath the battery and then it ran beautifully with no more electrical problems until the fuel filter failed three weeks later.
#5 of 6 hdsperglide by hdsperglide May 14, 2009 (11:02 am)
A frequent problem on Blazers and Jimmys is that the inner ignition switch (not the key tumbler) wears out and creates certain issues. The tranny won't shift, the key won't come out, and your first reactions is that you have a transmission problem!   If you put a scanner on the vehicle, it will give you about 10 transmissions codes.   The only thing that is wrong is the switch is shot. You have to pull the airbags, pull the steering wheel, disassembled the column and remove and replace the switch and accompanying harness. Watch out for sharp edges on the tye wraps...I almost bled to death the first time I did one...   The whole job is easy, just follow the right procedure when disabling and removing the airbag, or you could be in for quite a jolt!
#6 of 6 Key stuck by hollygee May 17, 2009 (2:29 pm)
Hello silverfoxdjr. I have an '02 chevy blazer and the exact same thing happened to me about 3 months ago. I would put my truck in park and the key would not turn all the way back to release it from the ignition. I would have to continually thrust the shifter from neutral to park, neutral to park, about 20 times before it would finally release my key. Well that was a pain! So, I figured out that there was an emergency release button located underneath the steering wheel shaft. There is a little rubber cover covering the hole. Just remove the rubber cover and use an instrument (i.e. screwdriver, pen, pencil) to poke upward in the hole. It will automatically release your key! I didn't have enough money to take it in to a mechanic and have him charge me $50 just to locate the problem and then another $120 to fix it, so I just keep a pen in my glove compartment. Works like a charm! Now if you don't want to have to do that every single time you park your truck than I suggest taking it in and replacing the inner ignition switch. But it's way better than breaking your back trying to shift it in and out with the brake pedal 20 times. Hope this helps.

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