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Test C: The Ignition Key Is Hard to Turn

Test C: The Ignition Key Is Hard To Turn

Normal Operation
The ignition lock cylinder is the mechanical link to the ignition switch. When the ignition key is placed in the ignition lock cylinder and rotated through the ignition switch positions, the pinion rotates, moving the ignition switch to the desired position.

Possible Causes
^ Ignition key
^ Ignition lock cylinder
^ Ignition switch

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