Can not remove the key from the ignition (2002 isuzu axiom)

SOURCE: Car will turn off but I can't get the key out of

I have the same car and the same problem. Take the screw out of the casing behind the steering wheel on the ignition side. Carefully lift the top piece of casing up enough to slide the screw driver in. Directly above the ignition is a white plastic switch. Push the switch in a couple time with the screw driver and try to take the keys out. I think that piece gets jammed which prevents the keys from coming out. It only happens once in a while. Good luck!

Todd Bradshaw

• 141 Answers
• Posted on Feb 18, 2009

SOURCE: key stuck in ignition

hello sounds like your tumblers gave out you will need to replace ingnition switch

SOURCE: my isuzu axiom 2002 model indicates check engine what do i do?

check engine light indicates that the computer in your vehicle has sensed a electrical problem pretaining to the performance of the engine usualy a diagnostic scan would determine the actual cause, vehicle has to be hooked up to a diagnostic tools.

SOURCE: I need timing specs for 3.5 2002 Isuzu Axiom

I have found that one can mark (Paint pen) the gears and teeth (One tooth and one corresponding belt rib) on each gear prior to removing the belt. You can then overlay the old belt on a new belt and mark the same spots on the new belt and then install the belt so your marks on the gears and belt line up as they did before you removed the old belt. Given that your timing was right to start with....if done correctly, this will work.

SOURCE: replace thermostat on isuzu axiom

I just had a garage replace my thermostat on my 2002 Isuzu Axiom. The book calls for 2 hrs labor, no way. iI took the garage more like 5 hrs plus, they ate the additional 3 hrs of labor. Note, the intake manifold must be removed and even then special tools are needed because it is still buried deep down. The garage took pictures ot this one because of how ridiculours Isuzu designed the location.