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: 2000 Suburban---Have to wiggle key in order to get it to turn


DuraBeast
09-09-2009, 11:59 PM
Hi guys. My Suburban's ignition is messed up. I have to wiggle the key back and forth, while, at the same time, putting a slight turning pressure towards the run position to get the key to turn past the off (park) position. Any ideas on what it could be and how difficult and expensive of a fix it is? I'm thinking it's probably the cylinder and/or tumbler (I am no lock expert though!). Do I just bring it to my local locksmith or do I have to go to the dealer?

Thanks!
-Rick

DuraBeast
09-10-2009, 05:25 PM
FIXED!!!! $20.00 and my local locksmith made me a new key, cut to factory specs. The only key I had was a worn down copy, not cut to specs. Smooth as butter now.