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Key to start wont turn

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#1 ·
When I go to start my Jeep I have to put the key in then try to turn it about 100 times before it finally accepts it and starts to turn over. ( Won't even go to aux power) any ideas?
 
#3 ·
Sound like actuator broke. You need a tamper proof torx bit (NAPA) and new actuator. The first time is kinda a PITA but it's a relatively easy fix.

BE CAREFUL WITH THE NEW ACTUATOR, WHEN REMOVING FROM PACKAGE!!!
-Pay special attention to how it's put together and do not lose the spring.!!!!!

Here's a video:https://youtu.be/LSRft6dAW8Y
 
#8 ·
My red jeep does the same. sometimes I insert the key and it will not turn. If I remove the key and reinsert it, sometimes it will then turn, or I may have to remove it and do it all over again. I have had to reinsert it several times before it will start. I replaced the actuator pin on my other jeep. This is different from that. Key would turn, jeep just would not turn over. hope you find it, its more than likely the same as mine.
 
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