Re: 1991 Honda Civic - Can’t get the key out of the ignition
 

MPMP wrote:
> I cleaned the ignition with the brake cleaner and used the LockEase.
> The key moves much easier but still gets stuck - now 4 out of 5 times.
> When it is stuck, and I turn the key to the right to start the car,
> it will turn over. However I still can’t get it out of Park - even
> when I use the "Shift Lock Release" next to the automatic gear
> shift. It will only release from Park when I’ve managed to get the
> key out of the ignition and turn it on again. Sounding like the fix
> is getting more and more complicated. At this point, I’d at least like
> to sound a little smart when I talk to the Honda mechanic.
>
> "Tegger" wrote:
> > Gordon McGrew <RgEmMcOgVrEew@mindspring.com> wrote in
> > news:b0f7n2dsvun60ddb2mbhsl46nbelofdrhp@4ax.com:
> >
> > > On Mon, 04 Dec 2006 00:25:26 GMT, MPMP <none@000.com> wrote:
> > >
> > >>I can’t get the key out of the ignition in my automatic 1991
> > Honda
> > >>Civic Hatchback. Not temperature related. I can turn it to
> > the left
> > >>to the I, but not further to the left to the O. When the
> > key is
> > >>stuck, the gear shift won’t move out of park and the bong
> > bong noise
> > >>won’t stop. If I wiggle the key, toggle the steering wheel,
> > pound on
> > >>the dash, etc I can finally get it out. I sprayed some WD40
> > into the
> > >>key hole but that didn’t make a big difference. This
> > doesn’t always
> > >>happen, but enough times that I’m worried they key will get
> > completely
> > >>stuck and not come out at all. Thanks.
> > >
> > > Does the transmission indicator light indicate "P" when the
> > key is
> > > hard to remove? (I assume the transmission is in P at this
> > point.)
> > >
> > >
> > >
> >
> >
> > There ya go. That's the most common reason for key
> > non-removal.
> >
> > The sift lever position switch gums up and won't operate
> > correctly.
> >
> > --
> > Tegger
> >
> > The Unofficial Honda/Acura FAQ
> > www.tegger.com/hondafaq/

====================================
Look at the TSB about the shift linkage adjustment for the Civic:

http://www.tegger.com/hondafaq/tsb/civic/x97-009e.pdf

Yours may need adjustment like my CR-V did. It didn't keep the key, but
gave other problems.

'Curly'

Re: Re: 1991 Honda Civic - Can’t get the key out of the ignition
 

MPMP <none@000.com> wrote in news:946247_abcfa3dfc4497e3fb39e087918b7daa0
@autoboardz.com:

> I cleaned the ignition with the brake cleaner and used the LockEase.




This has nothing to do with the ignition switch. It has to do with the
shift lock switch in the center console.


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Re: Re: 1991 Honda Civic - Can’t get the key out of the ignition
 

MPMP <none@000.com> wrote in news:946247_abcfa3dfc4497e3fb39e087918b7daa0
@autoboardz.com:

> I cleaned the ignition with the brake cleaner and used the LockEase.




This has nothing to do with the ignition switch. It has to do with the
shift lock switch in the center console.


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Re: Re: 1991 Honda Civic - Can’t get the key out of the ignition
 

MPMP <none@000.com> wrote in news:946247_abcfa3dfc4497e3fb39e087918b7daa0
@autoboardz.com:

> I cleaned the ignition with the brake cleaner and used the LockEase.




This has nothing to do with the ignition switch. It has to do with the
shift lock switch in the center console.


--
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Re: Re: 1991 Honda Civic - Can’t get the key out of the ignition
 

MPMP <none@000.com> wrote in news:946247_abcfa3dfc4497e3fb39e087918b7daa0
@autoboardz.com:

> I cleaned the ignition with the brake cleaner and used the LockEase.




This has nothing to do with the ignition switch. It has to do with the
shift lock switch in the center console.


--
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Re: 1991 Honda Civic - Can’t get the key out of the ignition
 

On Mon, 04 Dec 2006 18:25:39 GMT, MPMP <none@000.com> wrote:

>I cleaned the ignition with the brake cleaner and used the LockEase.
>The key moves much easier but still gets stuck - now 4 out of 5 times.
> When it is stuck, and I turn the key to the right to start the car,
>it will turn over. However I still can’t get it out of Park - even
>when I use the "Shift Lock Release" next to the automatic gear
>shift. It will only release from Park when I’ve managed to get the
>key out of the ignition and turn it on again. Sounding like the fix
>is getting more and more complicated. At this point, I’d at least like
>to sound a little smart when I talk to the Honda mechanic.

Before you do anything else; verify that the "P" light is on when the
shift lever is in P and the key/lever is stuck. If "P" is not lit,
you need a console switch which is located about two feet from the
part you are working on..

>
>"Tegger" wrote:
> > Gordon McGrew <RgEmMcOgVrEew@mindspring.com> wrote in
> > news:b0f7n2dsvun60ddb2mbhsl46nbelofdrhp@4ax.com:
> >
> > > On Mon, 04 Dec 2006 00:25:26 GMT, MPMP <none@000.com> wrote:
> > >
> > >>I can’t get the key out of the ignition in my automatic 1991
> > Honda
> > >>Civic Hatchback. Not temperature related. I can turn it to
> > the left
> > >>to the I, but not further to the left to the O. When the
> > key is
> > >>stuck, the gear shift won’t move out of park and the bong
> > bong noise
> > >>won’t stop. If I wiggle the key, toggle the steering wheel,
> > pound on
> > >>the dash, etc I can finally get it out. I sprayed some WD40
> > into the
> > >>key hole but that didn’t make a big difference. This
> > doesn’t always
> > >>happen, but enough times that I’m worried they key will get
> > completely
> > >>stuck and not come out at all. Thanks.
> > >
> > > Does the transmission indicator light indicate "P" when the
> > key is
> > > hard to remove? (I assume the transmission is in P at this
> > point.)
> > >
> > >
> > >
> >
> >
> > There ya go. That's the most common reason for key
> > non-removal.
> >
> > The sift lever position switch gums up and won't operate
> > correctly.
> >
> > --
> > Tegger
> >
> > The Unofficial Honda/Acura FAQ
> > www.tegger.com/hondafaq/

Re: 1991 Honda Civic - Can’t get the key out of the ignition
 

On Mon, 04 Dec 2006 18:25:39 GMT, MPMP <none@000.com> wrote:

>I cleaned the ignition with the brake cleaner and used the LockEase.
>The key moves much easier but still gets stuck - now 4 out of 5 times.
> When it is stuck, and I turn the key to the right to start the car,
>it will turn over. However I still can’t get it out of Park - even
>when I use the "Shift Lock Release" next to the automatic gear
>shift. It will only release from Park when I’ve managed to get the
>key out of the ignition and turn it on again. Sounding like the fix
>is getting more and more complicated. At this point, I’d at least like
>to sound a little smart when I talk to the Honda mechanic.

Before you do anything else; verify that the "P" light is on when the
shift lever is in P and the key/lever is stuck. If "P" is not lit,
you need a console switch which is located about two feet from the
part you are working on..

>
>"Tegger" wrote:
> > Gordon McGrew <RgEmMcOgVrEew@mindspring.com> wrote in
> > news:b0f7n2dsvun60ddb2mbhsl46nbelofdrhp@4ax.com:
> >
> > > On Mon, 04 Dec 2006 00:25:26 GMT, MPMP <none@000.com> wrote:
> > >
> > >>I can’t get the key out of the ignition in my automatic 1991
> > Honda
> > >>Civic Hatchback. Not temperature related. I can turn it to
> > the left
> > >>to the I, but not further to the left to the O. When the
> > key is
> > >>stuck, the gear shift won’t move out of park and the bong
> > bong noise
> > >>won’t stop. If I wiggle the key, toggle the steering wheel,
> > pound on
> > >>the dash, etc I can finally get it out. I sprayed some WD40
> > into the
> > >>key hole but that didn’t make a big difference. This
> > doesn’t always
> > >>happen, but enough times that I’m worried they key will get
> > completely
> > >>stuck and not come out at all. Thanks.
> > >
> > > Does the transmission indicator light indicate "P" when the
> > key is
> > > hard to remove? (I assume the transmission is in P at this
> > point.)
> > >
> > >
> > >
> >
> >
> > There ya go. That's the most common reason for key
> > non-removal.
> >
> > The sift lever position switch gums up and won't operate
> > correctly.
> >
> > --
> > Tegger
> >
> > The Unofficial Honda/Acura FAQ
> > www.tegger.com/hondafaq/

Re: 1991 Honda Civic - Can’t get the key out of the ignition
 

On Mon, 04 Dec 2006 18:25:39 GMT, MPMP <none@000.com> wrote:

>I cleaned the ignition with the brake cleaner and used the LockEase.
>The key moves much easier but still gets stuck - now 4 out of 5 times.
> When it is stuck, and I turn the key to the right to start the car,
>it will turn over. However I still can’t get it out of Park - even
>when I use the "Shift Lock Release" next to the automatic gear
>shift. It will only release from Park when I’ve managed to get the
>key out of the ignition and turn it on again. Sounding like the fix
>is getting more and more complicated. At this point, I’d at least like
>to sound a little smart when I talk to the Honda mechanic.

Before you do anything else; verify that the "P" light is on when the
shift lever is in P and the key/lever is stuck. If "P" is not lit,
you need a console switch which is located about two feet from the
part you are working on..

>
>"Tegger" wrote:
> > Gordon McGrew <RgEmMcOgVrEew@mindspring.com> wrote in
> > news:b0f7n2dsvun60ddb2mbhsl46nbelofdrhp@4ax.com:
> >
> > > On Mon, 04 Dec 2006 00:25:26 GMT, MPMP <none@000.com> wrote:
> > >
> > >>I can’t get the key out of the ignition in my automatic 1991
> > Honda
> > >>Civic Hatchback. Not temperature related. I can turn it to
> > the left
> > >>to the I, but not further to the left to the O. When the
> > key is
> > >>stuck, the gear shift won’t move out of park and the bong
> > bong noise
> > >>won’t stop. If I wiggle the key, toggle the steering wheel,
> > pound on
> > >>the dash, etc I can finally get it out. I sprayed some WD40
> > into the
> > >>key hole but that didn’t make a big difference. This
> > doesn’t always
> > >>happen, but enough times that I’m worried they key will get
> > completely
> > >>stuck and not come out at all. Thanks.
> > >
> > > Does the transmission indicator light indicate "P" when the
> > key is
> > > hard to remove? (I assume the transmission is in P at this
> > point.)
> > >
> > >
> > >
> >
> >
> > There ya go. That's the most common reason for key
> > non-removal.
> >
> > The sift lever position switch gums up and won't operate
> > correctly.
> >
> > --
> > Tegger
> >
> > The Unofficial Honda/Acura FAQ
> > www.tegger.com/hondafaq/

Re: 1991 Honda Civic - Can’t get the key out of the ignition
 

On Mon, 04 Dec 2006 18:25:39 GMT, MPMP <none@000.com> wrote:

>I cleaned the ignition with the brake cleaner and used the LockEase.
>The key moves much easier but still gets stuck - now 4 out of 5 times.
> When it is stuck, and I turn the key to the right to start the car,
>it will turn over. However I still can’t get it out of Park - even
>when I use the "Shift Lock Release" next to the automatic gear
>shift. It will only release from Park when I’ve managed to get the
>key out of the ignition and turn it on again. Sounding like the fix
>is getting more and more complicated. At this point, I’d at least like
>to sound a little smart when I talk to the Honda mechanic.

Before you do anything else; verify that the "P" light is on when the
shift lever is in P and the key/lever is stuck. If "P" is not lit,
you need a console switch which is located about two feet from the
part you are working on..

>
>"Tegger" wrote:
> > Gordon McGrew <RgEmMcOgVrEew@mindspring.com> wrote in
> > news:b0f7n2dsvun60ddb2mbhsl46nbelofdrhp@4ax.com:
> >
> > > On Mon, 04 Dec 2006 00:25:26 GMT, MPMP <none@000.com> wrote:
> > >
> > >>I can’t get the key out of the ignition in my automatic 1991
> > Honda
> > >>Civic Hatchback. Not temperature related. I can turn it to
> > the left
> > >>to the I, but not further to the left to the O. When the
> > key is
> > >>stuck, the gear shift won’t move out of park and the bong
> > bong noise
> > >>won’t stop. If I wiggle the key, toggle the steering wheel,
> > pound on
> > >>the dash, etc I can finally get it out. I sprayed some WD40
> > into the
> > >>key hole but that didn’t make a big difference. This
> > doesn’t always
> > >>happen, but enough times that I’m worried they key will get
> > completely
> > >>stuck and not come out at all. Thanks.
> > >
> > > Does the transmission indicator light indicate "P" when the
> > key is
> > > hard to remove? (I assume the transmission is in P at this
> > point.)
> > >
> > >
> > >
> >
> >
> > There ya go. That's the most common reason for key
> > non-removal.
> >
> > The sift lever position switch gums up and won't operate
> > correctly.
> >
> > --
> > Tegger
> >
> > The Unofficial Honda/Acura FAQ
> > www.tegger.com/hondafaq/

Re: Re: 1991 Honda Civic - Can’t get the key out of the ignition
 

The "P" light is off. I’m going to the Honda dealer tomorrow.
Thanks to all for the help !

"Gordon McGrew" wrote
> On Mon, 04 Dec 2006 18:25:39 GMT, MPMP <none@000.com> wrote:
>
> >I cleaned the ignition with the brake cleaner and used the
> LockEase.
> >The key moves much easier but still gets stuck - now 4 out of
> 5 times.
> > When it is stuck, and I turn the key to the right to start
> the car,
> >it will turn over. However I still can’t get it out of Park
> - even
> >when I use the "Shift Lock Release" next to the automatic
> gear
> >shift. It will only release from Park when I’ve managed to
> get the
> >key out of the ignition and turn it on again. Sounding like
> the fix
> >is getting more and more complicated. At this point, I’d at
> least like
> >to sound a little smart when I talk to the Honda mechanic.
>
> Before you do anything else; verify that the "P" light is on
> when the
> shift lever is in P and the key/lever is stuck. If "P" is not
> lit,
> you need a console switch which is located about two feet from
> the
> part you are working on..
>
> >
> >"Tegger" wrote:
> > > Gordon McGrew <RgEmMcOgVrEew@mindspring.com> wrote in
> > > news:b0f7n2dsvun60ddb2mbhsl46nbelofdrhp@4ax.com:
> > >
> > > > On Mon, 04 Dec 2006 00:25:26 GMT, MPMP <none@000.com> wrote:
> > > >
> > > >>I can’t get the key out of the ignition in my automatic
> 1991
> > > Honda
> > > >>Civic Hatchback. Not temperature related. I can turn
> it to
> > > the left
> > > >>to the I, but not further to the left to the O. When
> the
> > > key is
> > > >>stuck, the gear shift won’t move out of park and the
> bong
> > > bong noise
> > > >>won’t stop. If I wiggle the key, toggle the steering
> wheel,
> > > pound on
> > > >>the dash, etc I can finally get it out. I sprayed some
> WD40
> > > into the
> > > >>key hole but that didn’t make a big difference. This
> > > doesn’t always
> > > >>happen, but enough times that I’m worried they key will
> get
> > > completely
> > > >>stuck and not come out at all. Thanks.
> > > >
> > > > Does the transmission indicator light indicate "P" when
> the
> > > key is
> > > > hard to remove? (I assume the transmission is in P at
> this
> > > point.)
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > >
> > >
> > > There ya go. That's the most common reason for key
> > > non-removal.
> > >
> > > The sift lever position switch gums up and won't operate
> > > correctly.
> > >
> > > --
> > > Tegger
> > >
> > > The Unofficial Honda/Acura FAQ
> > > www.tegger.com/hondafaq/

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Re: Re: 1991 Honda Civic - Can’t get the key out of the ignition
 

The "P" light is off. I’m going to the Honda dealer tomorrow.
Thanks to all for the help !

"Gordon McGrew" wrote
> On Mon, 04 Dec 2006 18:25:39 GMT, MPMP <none@000.com> wrote:
>
> >I cleaned the ignition with the brake cleaner and used the
> LockEase.
> >The key moves much easier but still gets stuck - now 4 out of
> 5 times.
> > When it is stuck, and I turn the key to the right to start
> the car,
> >it will turn over. However I still can’t get it out of Park
> - even
> >when I use the "Shift Lock Release" next to the automatic
> gear
> >shift. It will only release from Park when I’ve managed to
> get the
> >key out of the ignition and turn it on again. Sounding like
> the fix
> >is getting more and more complicated. At this point, I’d at
> least like
> >to sound a little smart when I talk to the Honda mechanic.
>
> Before you do anything else; verify that the "P" light is on
> when the
> shift lever is in P and the key/lever is stuck. If "P" is not
> lit,
> you need a console switch which is located about two feet from
> the
> part you are working on..
>
> >
> >"Tegger" wrote:
> > > Gordon McGrew <RgEmMcOgVrEew@mindspring.com> wrote in
> > > news:b0f7n2dsvun60ddb2mbhsl46nbelofdrhp@4ax.com:
> > >
> > > > On Mon, 04 Dec 2006 00:25:26 GMT, MPMP <none@000.com> wrote:
> > > >
> > > >>I can’t get the key out of the ignition in my automatic
> 1991
> > > Honda
> > > >>Civic Hatchback. Not temperature related. I can turn
> it to
> > > the left
> > > >>to the I, but not further to the left to the O. When
> the
> > > key is
> > > >>stuck, the gear shift won’t move out of park and the
> bong
> > > bong noise
> > > >>won’t stop. If I wiggle the key, toggle the steering
> wheel,
> > > pound on
> > > >>the dash, etc I can finally get it out. I sprayed some
> WD40
> > > into the
> > > >>key hole but that didn’t make a big difference. This
> > > doesn’t always
> > > >>happen, but enough times that I’m worried they key will
> get
> > > completely
> > > >>stuck and not come out at all. Thanks.
> > > >
> > > > Does the transmission indicator light indicate "P" when
> the
> > > key is
> > > > hard to remove? (I assume the transmission is in P at
> this
> > > point.)
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > >
> > >
> > > There ya go. That's the most common reason for key
> > > non-removal.
> > >
> > > The sift lever position switch gums up and won't operate
> > > correctly.
> > >
> > > --
> > > Tegger
> > >
> > > The Unofficial Honda/Acura FAQ
> > > www.tegger.com/hondafaq/

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Re: Re: 1991 Honda Civic - Can’t get the key out of the ignition
 

The "P" light is off. I’m going to the Honda dealer tomorrow.
Thanks to all for the help !

"Gordon McGrew" wrote
> On Mon, 04 Dec 2006 18:25:39 GMT, MPMP <none@000.com> wrote:
>
> >I cleaned the ignition with the brake cleaner and used the
> LockEase.
> >The key moves much easier but still gets stuck - now 4 out of
> 5 times.
> > When it is stuck, and I turn the key to the right to start
> the car,
> >it will turn over. However I still can’t get it out of Park
> - even
> >when I use the "Shift Lock Release" next to the automatic
> gear
> >shift. It will only release from Park when I’ve managed to
> get the
> >key out of the ignition and turn it on again. Sounding like
> the fix
> >is getting more and more complicated. At this point, I’d at
> least like
> >to sound a little smart when I talk to the Honda mechanic.
>
> Before you do anything else; verify that the "P" light is on
> when the
> shift lever is in P and the key/lever is stuck. If "P" is not
> lit,
> you need a console switch which is located about two feet from
> the
> part you are working on..
>
> >
> >"Tegger" wrote:
> > > Gordon McGrew <RgEmMcOgVrEew@mindspring.com> wrote in
> > > news:b0f7n2dsvun60ddb2mbhsl46nbelofdrhp@4ax.com:
> > >
> > > > On Mon, 04 Dec 2006 00:25:26 GMT, MPMP <none@000.com> wrote:
> > > >
> > > >>I can’t get the key out of the ignition in my automatic
> 1991
> > > Honda
> > > >>Civic Hatchback. Not temperature related. I can turn
> it to
> > > the left
> > > >>to the I, but not further to the left to the O. When
> the
> > > key is
> > > >>stuck, the gear shift won’t move out of park and the
> bong
> > > bong noise
> > > >>won’t stop. If I wiggle the key, toggle the steering
> wheel,
> > > pound on
> > > >>the dash, etc I can finally get it out. I sprayed some
> WD40
> > > into the
> > > >>key hole but that didn’t make a big difference. This
> > > doesn’t always
> > > >>happen, but enough times that I’m worried they key will
> get
> > > completely
> > > >>stuck and not come out at all. Thanks.
> > > >
> > > > Does the transmission indicator light indicate "P" when
> the
> > > key is
> > > > hard to remove? (I assume the transmission is in P at
> this
> > > point.)
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > >
> > >
> > > There ya go. That's the most common reason for key
> > > non-removal.
> > >
> > > The sift lever position switch gums up and won't operate
> > > correctly.
> > >
> > > --
> > > Tegger
> > >
> > > The Unofficial Honda/Acura FAQ
> > > www.tegger.com/hondafaq/

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Re: Re: 1991 Honda Civic - Can’t get the key out of the ignition
 

The "P" light is off. I’m going to the Honda dealer tomorrow.
Thanks to all for the help !

"Gordon McGrew" wrote
> On Mon, 04 Dec 2006 18:25:39 GMT, MPMP <none@000.com> wrote:
>
> >I cleaned the ignition with the brake cleaner and used the
> LockEase.
> >The key moves much easier but still gets stuck - now 4 out of
> 5 times.
> > When it is stuck, and I turn the key to the right to start
> the car,
> >it will turn over. However I still can’t get it out of Park
> - even
> >when I use the "Shift Lock Release" next to the automatic
> gear
> >shift. It will only release from Park when I’ve managed to
> get the
> >key out of the ignition and turn it on again. Sounding like
> the fix
> >is getting more and more complicated. At this point, I’d at
> least like
> >to sound a little smart when I talk to the Honda mechanic.
>
> Before you do anything else; verify that the "P" light is on
> when the
> shift lever is in P and the key/lever is stuck. If "P" is not
> lit,
> you need a console switch which is located about two feet from
> the
> part you are working on..
>
> >
> >"Tegger" wrote:
> > > Gordon McGrew <RgEmMcOgVrEew@mindspring.com> wrote in
> > > news:b0f7n2dsvun60ddb2mbhsl46nbelofdrhp@4ax.com:
> > >
> > > > On Mon, 04 Dec 2006 00:25:26 GMT, MPMP <none@000.com> wrote:
> > > >
> > > >>I can’t get the key out of the ignition in my automatic
> 1991
> > > Honda
> > > >>Civic Hatchback. Not temperature related. I can turn
> it to
> > > the left
> > > >>to the I, but not further to the left to the O. When
> the
> > > key is
> > > >>stuck, the gear shift won’t move out of park and the
> bong
> > > bong noise
> > > >>won’t stop. If I wiggle the key, toggle the steering
> wheel,
> > > pound on
> > > >>the dash, etc I can finally get it out. I sprayed some
> WD40
> > > into the
> > > >>key hole but that didn’t make a big difference. This
> > > doesn’t always
> > > >>happen, but enough times that I’m worried they key will
> get
> > > completely
> > > >>stuck and not come out at all. Thanks.
> > > >
> > > > Does the transmission indicator light indicate "P" when
> the
> > > key is
> > > > hard to remove? (I assume the transmission is in P at
> this
> > > point.)
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > >
> > >
> > > There ya go. That's the most common reason for key
> > > non-removal.
> > >
> > > The sift lever position switch gums up and won't operate
> > > correctly.
> > >
> > > --
> > > Tegger
> > >
> > > The Unofficial Honda/Acura FAQ
> > > www.tegger.com/hondafaq/

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DO NOT USE THIS ADVISE
 

NEVER spray lubricants other than graphite based lubricants designed for the
lock. Silicon and other lubricants will gum it up good.


"Grumpy AuContraire" <Grumpster@GrumpyvilleNOT.com> wrote in message
news:45738D2D.CB4ACA9A@GrumpyvilleNOT.com...
>
>
> MPMP wrote:
>>
>> I can't get the key out of the ignition in my automatic 1991 Honda
>> Civic Hatchback. Not temperature related. I can turn it to the left
>> to the I, but not further to the left to the O. When the key is
>> stuck, the gear shift won't move out of park and the bong bong noise
>> won't stop. If I wiggle the key, toggle the steering wheel, pound on
>> the dash, etc I can finally get it out. I sprayed some WD40 into the
>> key hole but that didn't make a big difference. This doesn't always
>> happen, but enough times that I'm worried they key will get completely
>> stuck and not come out at all. Thanks.
>>
>> --
>> Posted at author's request, using http://www.AutoBoardz.com interface
>> Articles individually verified to usenet standards. Visit URL to contact
>> author/report abuse
>> Thread archive:
>> http://www.AutoBoardz.com/1991-key-i...ict199357.html
>
>
>
> WD-40 is not the stuff to use. If lubrication is going to help, use a
> silicon based spray and soak the crap out of it.
>
> JT

DO NOT USE THIS ADVISE
 

NEVER spray lubricants other than graphite based lubricants designed for the
lock. Silicon and other lubricants will gum it up good.


"Grumpy AuContraire" <Grumpster@GrumpyvilleNOT.com> wrote in message
news:45738D2D.CB4ACA9A@GrumpyvilleNOT.com...
>
>
> MPMP wrote:
>>
>> I can't get the key out of the ignition in my automatic 1991 Honda
>> Civic Hatchback. Not temperature related. I can turn it to the left
>> to the I, but not further to the left to the O. When the key is
>> stuck, the gear shift won't move out of park and the bong bong noise
>> won't stop. If I wiggle the key, toggle the steering wheel, pound on
>> the dash, etc I can finally get it out. I sprayed some WD40 into the
>> key hole but that didn't make a big difference. This doesn't always
>> happen, but enough times that I'm worried they key will get completely
>> stuck and not come out at all. Thanks.
>>
>> --
>> Posted at author's request, using http://www.AutoBoardz.com interface
>> Articles individually verified to usenet standards. Visit URL to contact
>> author/report abuse
>> Thread archive:
>> http://www.AutoBoardz.com/1991-key-i...ict199357.html
>
>
>
> WD-40 is not the stuff to use. If lubrication is going to help, use a
> silicon based spray and soak the crap out of it.
>
> JT

DO NOT USE THIS ADVISE
 

NEVER spray lubricants other than graphite based lubricants designed for the
lock. Silicon and other lubricants will gum it up good.


"Grumpy AuContraire" <Grumpster@GrumpyvilleNOT.com> wrote in message
news:45738D2D.CB4ACA9A@GrumpyvilleNOT.com...
>
>
> MPMP wrote:
>>
>> I can't get the key out of the ignition in my automatic 1991 Honda
>> Civic Hatchback. Not temperature related. I can turn it to the left
>> to the I, but not further to the left to the O. When the key is
>> stuck, the gear shift won't move out of park and the bong bong noise
>> won't stop. If I wiggle the key, toggle the steering wheel, pound on
>> the dash, etc I can finally get it out. I sprayed some WD40 into the
>> key hole but that didn't make a big difference. This doesn't always
>> happen, but enough times that I'm worried they key will get completely
>> stuck and not come out at all. Thanks.
>>
>> --
>> Posted at author's request, using http://www.AutoBoardz.com interface
>> Articles individually verified to usenet standards. Visit URL to contact
>> author/report abuse
>> Thread archive:
>> http://www.AutoBoardz.com/1991-key-i...ict199357.html
>
>
>
> WD-40 is not the stuff to use. If lubrication is going to help, use a
> silicon based spray and soak the crap out of it.
>
> JT

DO NOT USE THIS ADVISE
 

NEVER spray lubricants other than graphite based lubricants designed for the
lock. Silicon and other lubricants will gum it up good.


"Grumpy AuContraire" <Grumpster@GrumpyvilleNOT.com> wrote in message
news:45738D2D.CB4ACA9A@GrumpyvilleNOT.com...
>
>
> MPMP wrote:
>>
>> I can't get the key out of the ignition in my automatic 1991 Honda
>> Civic Hatchback. Not temperature related. I can turn it to the left
>> to the I, but not further to the left to the O. When the key is
>> stuck, the gear shift won't move out of park and the bong bong noise
>> won't stop. If I wiggle the key, toggle the steering wheel, pound on
>> the dash, etc I can finally get it out. I sprayed some WD40 into the
>> key hole but that didn't make a big difference. This doesn't always
>> happen, but enough times that I'm worried they key will get completely
>> stuck and not come out at all. Thanks.
>>
>> --
>> Posted at author's request, using http://www.AutoBoardz.com interface
>> Articles individually verified to usenet standards. Visit URL to contact
>> author/report abuse
>> Thread archive:
>> http://www.AutoBoardz.com/1991-key-i...ict199357.html
>
>
>
> WD-40 is not the stuff to use. If lubrication is going to help, use a
> silicon based spray and soak the crap out of it.
>
> JT

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"Woody" <TheDuck@pond.net> wrote in
news:dqldh.26158$wP1.12322@newssvr14.news.prodigy. net:

> NEVER spray lubricants other than graphite based lubricants designed
> for the lock. Silicon and other lubricants will gum it up good.


Any light machine oil works very well. The lighter the better.

Graphite is a poor choice for automotive locks. Great for indoor locks,
though.


--
Tegger

The Unofficial Honda/Acura FAQ
www.tegger.com/hondafaq/

Re: DO NOT USE THIS ADVISE
 

"Woody" <TheDuck@pond.net> wrote in
news:dqldh.26158$wP1.12322@newssvr14.news.prodigy. net:

> NEVER spray lubricants other than graphite based lubricants designed
> for the lock. Silicon and other lubricants will gum it up good.


Any light machine oil works very well. The lighter the better.

Graphite is a poor choice for automotive locks. Great for indoor locks,
though.


--
Tegger

The Unofficial Honda/Acura FAQ
www.tegger.com/hondafaq/

Re: DO NOT USE THIS ADVISE
 

"Woody" <TheDuck@pond.net> wrote in
news:dqldh.26158$wP1.12322@newssvr14.news.prodigy. net:

> NEVER spray lubricants other than graphite based lubricants designed
> for the lock. Silicon and other lubricants will gum it up good.


Any light machine oil works very well. The lighter the better.

Graphite is a poor choice for automotive locks. Great for indoor locks,
though.


--
Tegger

The Unofficial Honda/Acura FAQ
www.tegger.com/hondafaq/

Re: DO NOT USE THIS ADVISE
 

"Woody" <TheDuck@pond.net> wrote in
news:dqldh.26158$wP1.12322@newssvr14.news.prodigy. net:

> NEVER spray lubricants other than graphite based lubricants designed
> for the lock. Silicon and other lubricants will gum it up good.


Any light machine oil works very well. The lighter the better.

Graphite is a poor choice for automotive locks. Great for indoor locks,
though.


--
Tegger

The Unofficial Honda/Acura FAQ
www.tegger.com/hondafaq/

Re: DO NOT USE THIS ADVISE
 

Hmmmm, I've been using sillycone for years and have never had anything
"gum" up. Motor oil, maybe but who would use *that*?

<shrug>

JT




Woody wrote:
>
> NEVER spray lubricants other than graphite based lubricants designed for the
> lock. Silicon and other lubricants will gum it up good.
>
> "Grumpy AuContraire" <Grumpster@GrumpyvilleNOT.com> wrote in message
> news:45738D2D.CB4ACA9A@GrumpyvilleNOT.com...
> >
> >
> > MPMP wrote:
> >>
> >> I can't get the key out of the ignition in my automatic 1991 Honda
> >> Civic Hatchback. Not temperature related. I can turn it to the left
> >> to the I, but not further to the left to the O. When the key is
> >> stuck, the gear shift won't move out of park and the bong bong noise
> >> won't stop. If I wiggle the key, toggle the steering wheel, pound on
> >> the dash, etc I can finally get it out. I sprayed some WD40 into the
> >> key hole but that didn't make a big difference. This doesn't always
> >> happen, but enough times that I'm worried they key will get completely
> >> stuck and not come out at all. Thanks.
> >>
> >> --
> >> Posted at author's request, using http://www.AutoBoardz.com interface
> >> Articles individually verified to usenet standards. Visit URL to contact
> >> author/report abuse
> >> Thread archive:
> >> http://www.AutoBoardz.com/1991-key-i...ict199357.html
> >
> >
> >
> > WD-40 is not the stuff to use. If lubrication is going to help, use a
> > silicon based spray and soak the crap out of it.
> >
> > JT

Re: DO NOT USE THIS ADVISE
 

Hmmmm, I've been using sillycone for years and have never had anything
"gum" up. Motor oil, maybe but who would use *that*?

<shrug>

JT




Woody wrote:
>
> NEVER spray lubricants other than graphite based lubricants designed for the
> lock. Silicon and other lubricants will gum it up good.
>
> "Grumpy AuContraire" <Grumpster@GrumpyvilleNOT.com> wrote in message
> news:45738D2D.CB4ACA9A@GrumpyvilleNOT.com...
> >
> >
> > MPMP wrote:
> >>
> >> I can't get the key out of the ignition in my automatic 1991 Honda
> >> Civic Hatchback. Not temperature related. I can turn it to the left
> >> to the I, but not further to the left to the O. When the key is
> >> stuck, the gear shift won't move out of park and the bong bong noise
> >> won't stop. If I wiggle the key, toggle the steering wheel, pound on
> >> the dash, etc I can finally get it out. I sprayed some WD40 into the
> >> key hole but that didn't make a big difference. This doesn't always
> >> happen, but enough times that I'm worried they key will get completely
> >> stuck and not come out at all. Thanks.
> >>
> >> --
> >> Posted at author's request, using http://www.AutoBoardz.com interface
> >> Articles individually verified to usenet standards. Visit URL to contact
> >> author/report abuse
> >> Thread archive:
> >> http://www.AutoBoardz.com/1991-key-i...ict199357.html
> >
> >
> >
> > WD-40 is not the stuff to use. If lubrication is going to help, use a
> > silicon based spray and soak the crap out of it.
> >
> > JT

Re: DO NOT USE THIS ADVISE
 

Hmmmm, I've been using sillycone for years and have never had anything
"gum" up. Motor oil, maybe but who would use *that*?

<shrug>

JT




Woody wrote:
>
> NEVER spray lubricants other than graphite based lubricants designed for the
> lock. Silicon and other lubricants will gum it up good.
>
> "Grumpy AuContraire" <Grumpster@GrumpyvilleNOT.com> wrote in message
> news:45738D2D.CB4ACA9A@GrumpyvilleNOT.com...
> >
> >
> > MPMP wrote:
> >>
> >> I can't get the key out of the ignition in my automatic 1991 Honda
> >> Civic Hatchback. Not temperature related. I can turn it to the left
> >> to the I, but not further to the left to the O. When the key is
> >> stuck, the gear shift won't move out of park and the bong bong noise
> >> won't stop. If I wiggle the key, toggle the steering wheel, pound on
> >> the dash, etc I can finally get it out. I sprayed some WD40 into the
> >> key hole but that didn't make a big difference. This doesn't always
> >> happen, but enough times that I'm worried they key will get completely
> >> stuck and not come out at all. Thanks.
> >>
> >> --
> >> Posted at author's request, using http://www.AutoBoardz.com interface
> >> Articles individually verified to usenet standards. Visit URL to contact
> >> author/report abuse
> >> Thread archive:
> >> http://www.AutoBoardz.com/1991-key-i...ict199357.html
> >
> >
> >
> > WD-40 is not the stuff to use. If lubrication is going to help, use a
> > silicon based spray and soak the crap out of it.
> >
> > JT

Re: DO NOT USE THIS ADVISE
 

Hmmmm, I've been using sillycone for years and have never had anything
"gum" up. Motor oil, maybe but who would use *that*?

<shrug>

JT




Woody wrote:
>
> NEVER spray lubricants other than graphite based lubricants designed for the
> lock. Silicon and other lubricants will gum it up good.
>
> "Grumpy AuContraire" <Grumpster@GrumpyvilleNOT.com> wrote in message
> news:45738D2D.CB4ACA9A@GrumpyvilleNOT.com...
> >
> >
> > MPMP wrote:
> >>
> >> I can't get the key out of the ignition in my automatic 1991 Honda
> >> Civic Hatchback. Not temperature related. I can turn it to the left
> >> to the I, but not further to the left to the O. When the key is
> >> stuck, the gear shift won't move out of park and the bong bong noise
> >> won't stop. If I wiggle the key, toggle the steering wheel, pound on
> >> the dash, etc I can finally get it out. I sprayed some WD40 into the
> >> key hole but that didn't make a big difference. This doesn't always
> >> happen, but enough times that I'm worried they key will get completely
> >> stuck and not come out at all. Thanks.
> >>
> >> --
> >> Posted at author's request, using http://www.AutoBoardz.com interface
> >> Articles individually verified to usenet standards. Visit URL to contact
> >> author/report abuse
> >> Thread archive:
> >> http://www.AutoBoardz.com/1991-key-i...ict199357.html
> >
> >
> >
> > WD-40 is not the stuff to use. If lubrication is going to help, use a
> > silicon based spray and soak the crap out of it.
> >
> > JT

Re: DO NOT USE THIS ADVISE
 

Grumpy AuContraire <Grumpster@GrumpyvilleNOT.com> wrote in
news:45762C5C.75E4CFFF@GrumpyvilleNOT.com:

> Hmmmm, I've been using sillycone for years and have never had
> anything "gum" up. Motor oil, maybe but who would use *that*?
>
><shrug>
>
> JT
>
>
>
>
> Woody wrote:
>>
>> NEVER spray lubricants other than graphite based lubricants designed
>> for the lock. Silicon and other lubricants will gum it up good.
>>
>> "Grumpy AuContraire" <Grumpster@GrumpyvilleNOT.com> wrote in message
>> news:45738D2D.CB4ACA9A@GrumpyvilleNOT.com...
>> >
>> >
>> > MPMP wrote:
>> >>
>> >> I can't get the key out of the ignition in my automatic 1991 Honda
>> >> Civic Hatchback. Not temperature related. I can turn it to the
>> >> left to the I, but not further to the left to the O. When the key
>> >> is stuck, the gear shift won't move out of park and the bong bong
>> >> noise won't stop. If I wiggle the key, toggle the steering wheel,
>> >> pound on the dash, etc I can finally get it out. I sprayed some
>> >> WD40 into the key hole but that didn't make a big difference.
>> >> This doesn't always happen, but enough times that I'm worried they
>> >> key will get completely stuck and not come out at all. Thanks.
>> >>
>> >> --
>> >> Posted at author's request, using http://www.AutoBoardz.com
>> >> interface Articles individually verified to usenet standards.
>> >> Visit URL to contact author/report abuse
>> >> Thread archive:
>> >> http://www.AutoBoardz.com/1991-key-i...ict199357.html
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > WD-40 is not the stuff to use. If lubrication is going to help,
>> > use a silicon based spray and soak the crap out of it.
>> >
>> > JT
>

liquid lubes will attract and hold dirt and what gets worn off your key.
Dry graphite does not attract or hold such crud.

--
Jim Yanik
jyanik
at
kua.net

Re: DO NOT USE THIS ADVISE
 

Grumpy AuContraire <Grumpster@GrumpyvilleNOT.com> wrote in
news:45762C5C.75E4CFFF@GrumpyvilleNOT.com:

> Hmmmm, I've been using sillycone for years and have never had
> anything "gum" up. Motor oil, maybe but who would use *that*?
>
><shrug>
>
> JT
>
>
>
>
> Woody wrote:
>>
>> NEVER spray lubricants other than graphite based lubricants designed
>> for the lock. Silicon and other lubricants will gum it up good.
>>
>> "Grumpy AuContraire" <Grumpster@GrumpyvilleNOT.com> wrote in message
>> news:45738D2D.CB4ACA9A@GrumpyvilleNOT.com...
>> >
>> >
>> > MPMP wrote:
>> >>
>> >> I can't get the key out of the ignition in my automatic 1991 Honda
>> >> Civic Hatchback. Not temperature related. I can turn it to the
>> >> left to the I, but not further to the left to the O. When the key
>> >> is stuck, the gear shift won't move out of park and the bong bong
>> >> noise won't stop. If I wiggle the key, toggle the steering wheel,
>> >> pound on the dash, etc I can finally get it out. I sprayed some
>> >> WD40 into the key hole but that didn't make a big difference.
>> >> This doesn't always happen, but enough times that I'm worried they
>> >> key will get completely stuck and not come out at all. Thanks.
>> >>
>> >> --
>> >> Posted at author's request, using http://www.AutoBoardz.com
>> >> interface Articles individually verified to usenet standards.
>> >> Visit URL to contact author/report abuse
>> >> Thread archive:
>> >> http://www.AutoBoardz.com/1991-key-i...ict199357.html
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > WD-40 is not the stuff to use. If lubrication is going to help,
>> > use a silicon based spray and soak the crap out of it.
>> >
>> > JT
>

liquid lubes will attract and hold dirt and what gets worn off your key.
Dry graphite does not attract or hold such crud.

--
Jim Yanik
jyanik
at
kua.net

Re: DO NOT USE THIS ADVISE
 

Grumpy AuContraire <Grumpster@GrumpyvilleNOT.com> wrote in
news:45762C5C.75E4CFFF@GrumpyvilleNOT.com:

> Hmmmm, I've been using sillycone for years and have never had
> anything "gum" up. Motor oil, maybe but who would use *that*?
>
><shrug>
>
> JT
>
>
>
>
> Woody wrote:
>>
>> NEVER spray lubricants other than graphite based lubricants designed
>> for the lock. Silicon and other lubricants will gum it up good.
>>
>> "Grumpy AuContraire" <Grumpster@GrumpyvilleNOT.com> wrote in message
>> news:45738D2D.CB4ACA9A@GrumpyvilleNOT.com...
>> >
>> >
>> > MPMP wrote:
>> >>
>> >> I can't get the key out of the ignition in my automatic 1991 Honda
>> >> Civic Hatchback. Not temperature related. I can turn it to the
>> >> left to the I, but not further to the left to the O. When the key
>> >> is stuck, the gear shift won't move out of park and the bong bong
>> >> noise won't stop. If I wiggle the key, toggle the steering wheel,
>> >> pound on the dash, etc I can finally get it out. I sprayed some
>> >> WD40 into the key hole but that didn't make a big difference.
>> >> This doesn't always happen, but enough times that I'm worried they
>> >> key will get completely stuck and not come out at all. Thanks.
>> >>
>> >> --
>> >> Posted at author's request, using http://www.AutoBoardz.com
>> >> interface Articles individually verified to usenet standards.
>> >> Visit URL to contact author/report abuse
>> >> Thread archive:
>> >> http://www.AutoBoardz.com/1991-key-i...ict199357.html
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > WD-40 is not the stuff to use. If lubrication is going to help,
>> > use a silicon based spray and soak the crap out of it.
>> >
>> > JT
>

liquid lubes will attract and hold dirt and what gets worn off your key.
Dry graphite does not attract or hold such crud.

--
Jim Yanik
jyanik
at
kua.net

Re: DO NOT USE THIS ADVISE
 

Grumpy AuContraire <Grumpster@GrumpyvilleNOT.com> wrote in
news:45762C5C.75E4CFFF@GrumpyvilleNOT.com:

> Hmmmm, I've been using sillycone for years and have never had
> anything "gum" up. Motor oil, maybe but who would use *that*?
>
><shrug>
>
> JT
>
>
>
>
> Woody wrote:
>>
>> NEVER spray lubricants other than graphite based lubricants designed
>> for the lock. Silicon and other lubricants will gum it up good.
>>
>> "Grumpy AuContraire" <Grumpster@GrumpyvilleNOT.com> wrote in message
>> news:45738D2D.CB4ACA9A@GrumpyvilleNOT.com...
>> >
>> >
>> > MPMP wrote:
>> >>
>> >> I can't get the key out of the ignition in my automatic 1991 Honda
>> >> Civic Hatchback. Not temperature related. I can turn it to the
>> >> left to the I, but not further to the left to the O. When the key
>> >> is stuck, the gear shift won't move out of park and the bong bong
>> >> noise won't stop. If I wiggle the key, toggle the steering wheel,
>> >> pound on the dash, etc I can finally get it out. I sprayed some
>> >> WD40 into the key hole but that didn't make a big difference.
>> >> This doesn't always happen, but enough times that I'm worried they
>> >> key will get completely stuck and not come out at all. Thanks.
>> >>
>> >> --
>> >> Posted at author's request, using http://www.AutoBoardz.com
>> >> interface Articles individually verified to usenet standards.
>> >> Visit URL to contact author/report abuse
>> >> Thread archive:
>> >> http://www.AutoBoardz.com/1991-key-i...ict199357.html
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > WD-40 is not the stuff to use. If lubrication is going to help,
>> > use a silicon based spray and soak the crap out of it.
>> >
>> > JT
>

liquid lubes will attract and hold dirt and what gets worn off your key.
Dry graphite does not attract or hold such crud.

--
Jim Yanik
jyanik
at
kua.net

Re: DO NOT USE THIS ADVISE
 

Jim Yanik wrote:
> Grumpy AuContraire <Grumpster@GrumpyvilleNOT.com> wrote in
> news:45762C5C.75E4CFFF@GrumpyvilleNOT.com:
>
>> Hmmmm, I've been using silicone for years and have never had
>> anything "gum" up. Motor oil, maybe but who would use *that*?

=========================================

Don't you laugh when you see a car with a trail of motor oil running
down the side of the door? ?

The dirt sticks on and you can see it a mile away :-(

'Curly'

Re: DO NOT USE THIS ADVISE
 

Jim Yanik wrote:
> Grumpy AuContraire <Grumpster@GrumpyvilleNOT.com> wrote in
> news:45762C5C.75E4CFFF@GrumpyvilleNOT.com:
>
>> Hmmmm, I've been using silicone for years and have never had
>> anything "gum" up. Motor oil, maybe but who would use *that*?

=========================================

Don't you laugh when you see a car with a trail of motor oil running
down the side of the door? ?

The dirt sticks on and you can see it a mile away :-(

'Curly'

Re: DO NOT USE THIS ADVISE
 

Jim Yanik wrote:
> Grumpy AuContraire <Grumpster@GrumpyvilleNOT.com> wrote in
> news:45762C5C.75E4CFFF@GrumpyvilleNOT.com:
>
>> Hmmmm, I've been using silicone for years and have never had
>> anything "gum" up. Motor oil, maybe but who would use *that*?

=========================================

Don't you laugh when you see a car with a trail of motor oil running
down the side of the door? ?

The dirt sticks on and you can see it a mile away :-(

'Curly'

Re: DO NOT USE THIS ADVISE
 

Jim Yanik wrote:
> Grumpy AuContraire <Grumpster@GrumpyvilleNOT.com> wrote in
> news:45762C5C.75E4CFFF@GrumpyvilleNOT.com:
>
>> Hmmmm, I've been using silicone for years and have never had
>> anything "gum" up. Motor oil, maybe but who would use *that*?

=========================================

Don't you laugh when you see a car with a trail of motor oil running
down the side of the door? ?

The dirt sticks on and you can see it a mile away :-(

'Curly'

Re: Re: DO NOT USE THIS ADVISE
 

What is it with guys? I went to the dealer and, after they couldn’t
get the key out of the ignition, told them, "I went on the Internet
and want you to pull the console and check the shift lever position
switch.

Well, no way were they going to do that.

So I wimped out and they had it for 2 days and couldn’t figure out
what was wrong. After hearing the 2nd day’s list of excuses, I went
in to stand on the service manager’s deak and complain.

On day 4 they call and say, "Our lead mechanic checked under the
console. You must have spilled a lot of Cokes on it, because the
shift lever position switch is your problem."

Well - DUH ! This cost me 6 days and $232

"motsco_" wrote
> Jim Yanik wrote:
> > Grumpy AuContraire <Grumpster@GrumpyvilleNOT.com> wrote in
> > news:45762C5C.75E4CFFF@GrumpyvilleNOT.com:
> >
> >> Hmmmm, I've been using silicone for years and have never
> had
> >> anything "gum" up. Motor oil, maybe but who would use
> *that*?
>
> =========================================
>
> Don't you laugh when you see a car with a trail of motor oil
> running
> down the side of the door? ?
>
> The dirt sticks on and you can see it a mile away :-(
>
> 'Curly'

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What is it with guys? I went to the dealer and, after they couldn’t
get the key out of the ignition, told them, "I went on the Internet
and want you to pull the console and check the shift lever position
switch.

Well, no way were they going to do that.

So I wimped out and they had it for 2 days and couldn’t figure out
what was wrong. After hearing the 2nd day’s list of excuses, I went
in to stand on the service manager’s deak and complain.

On day 4 they call and say, "Our lead mechanic checked under the
console. You must have spilled a lot of Cokes on it, because the
shift lever position switch is your problem."

Well - DUH ! This cost me 6 days and $232

"motsco_" wrote
> Jim Yanik wrote:
> > Grumpy AuContraire <Grumpster@GrumpyvilleNOT.com> wrote in
> > news:45762C5C.75E4CFFF@GrumpyvilleNOT.com:
> >
> >> Hmmmm, I've been using silicone for years and have never
> had
> >> anything "gum" up. Motor oil, maybe but who would use
> *that*?
>
> =========================================
>
> Don't you laugh when you see a car with a trail of motor oil
> running
> down the side of the door? ?
>
> The dirt sticks on and you can see it a mile away :-(
>
> 'Curly'

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Re: Re: DO NOT USE THIS ADVISE
 

What is it with guys? I went to the dealer and, after they couldn’t
get the key out of the ignition, told them, "I went on the Internet
and want you to pull the console and check the shift lever position
switch.

Well, no way were they going to do that.

So I wimped out and they had it for 2 days and couldn’t figure out
what was wrong. After hearing the 2nd day’s list of excuses, I went
in to stand on the service manager’s deak and complain.

On day 4 they call and say, "Our lead mechanic checked under the
console. You must have spilled a lot of Cokes on it, because the
shift lever position switch is your problem."

Well - DUH ! This cost me 6 days and $232

"motsco_" wrote
> Jim Yanik wrote:
> > Grumpy AuContraire <Grumpster@GrumpyvilleNOT.com> wrote in
> > news:45762C5C.75E4CFFF@GrumpyvilleNOT.com:
> >
> >> Hmmmm, I've been using silicone for years and have never
> had
> >> anything "gum" up. Motor oil, maybe but who would use
> *that*?
>
> =========================================
>
> Don't you laugh when you see a car with a trail of motor oil
> running
> down the side of the door? ?
>
> The dirt sticks on and you can see it a mile away :-(
>
> 'Curly'

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Re: Re: DO NOT USE THIS ADVISE
 

What is it with guys? I went to the dealer and, after they couldn’t
get the key out of the ignition, told them, "I went on the Internet
and want you to pull the console and check the shift lever position
switch.

Well, no way were they going to do that.

So I wimped out and they had it for 2 days and couldn’t figure out
what was wrong. After hearing the 2nd day’s list of excuses, I went
in to stand on the service manager’s deak and complain.

On day 4 they call and say, "Our lead mechanic checked under the
console. You must have spilled a lot of Cokes on it, because the
shift lever position switch is your problem."

Well - DUH ! This cost me 6 days and $232

"motsco_" wrote
> Jim Yanik wrote:
> > Grumpy AuContraire <Grumpster@GrumpyvilleNOT.com> wrote in
> > news:45762C5C.75E4CFFF@GrumpyvilleNOT.com:
> >
> >> Hmmmm, I've been using silicone for years and have never
> had
> >> anything "gum" up. Motor oil, maybe but who would use
> *that*?
>
> =========================================
>
> Don't you laugh when you see a car with a trail of motor oil
> running
> down the side of the door? ?
>
> The dirt sticks on and you can see it a mile away :-(
>
> 'Curly'

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Re: Re: DO NOT USE THIS ADVISE
 

"MPMP" <none@000.com> wrote in message
news:948925_4b5059d4d3a1ff946eb0ed20577c73ef@autob oardz.com...
> What is it with guys? I went to the dealer and, after they couldn't
> get the key out of the ignition, told them, "I went on the Internet
> and want you to pull the console and check the shift lever position
> switch.
>
> Well, no way were they going to do that.
>
> So I wimped out and they had it for 2 days and couldn't figure out
> what was wrong. After hearing the 2nd day's list of excuses, I went
> in to stand on the service manager's deak and complain.
>
> On day 4 they call and say, "Our lead mechanic checked under the
> console. You must have spilled a lot of Cokes on it, because the
> shift lever position switch is your problem."
>
> Well - DUH ! This cost me 6 days and $232.

You are clumsy and you're complaining about the dealer. LOL!

Re: Re: DO NOT USE THIS ADVISE
 

"MPMP" <none@000.com> wrote in message
news:948925_4b5059d4d3a1ff946eb0ed20577c73ef@autob oardz.com...
> What is it with guys? I went to the dealer and, after they couldn't
> get the key out of the ignition, told them, "I went on the Internet
> and want you to pull the console and check the shift lever position
> switch.
>
> Well, no way were they going to do that.
>
> So I wimped out and they had it for 2 days and couldn't figure out
> what was wrong. After hearing the 2nd day's list of excuses, I went
> in to stand on the service manager's deak and complain.
>
> On day 4 they call and say, "Our lead mechanic checked under the
> console. You must have spilled a lot of Cokes on it, because the
> shift lever position switch is your problem."
>
> Well - DUH ! This cost me 6 days and $232.

You are clumsy and you're complaining about the dealer. LOL!

Re: Re: DO NOT USE THIS ADVISE
 

"MPMP" <none@000.com> wrote in message
news:948925_4b5059d4d3a1ff946eb0ed20577c73ef@autob oardz.com...
> What is it with guys? I went to the dealer and, after they couldn't
> get the key out of the ignition, told them, "I went on the Internet
> and want you to pull the console and check the shift lever position
> switch.
>
> Well, no way were they going to do that.
>
> So I wimped out and they had it for 2 days and couldn't figure out
> what was wrong. After hearing the 2nd day's list of excuses, I went
> in to stand on the service manager's deak and complain.
>
> On day 4 they call and say, "Our lead mechanic checked under the
> console. You must have spilled a lot of Cokes on it, because the
> shift lever position switch is your problem."
>
> Well - DUH ! This cost me 6 days and $232.

You are clumsy and you're complaining about the dealer. LOL!