Key in ignition

[SuperMouse]

I have a 2008 PT Cruiser with 230000 miles on it. I had an issue where the vehicle did not start had the electronics replaced on it. That was about a year ago. Now its saying Key in ignition even when the key is not in the ignition. And the FOB does not work. If I reset the computer I can lock and unlock with my fob several times till it hits that error. I cannot find a way to remove the key cylinder
there is a small yellow tab under the ignition that I can push out and remove what ever its hooked to but have not in fear of breaking something. If you need pictures Ill send them .. Do I need to replace my entire Key system...

thanks in advance OH BTW it drains the car battery after 2 days of not driving it and I have also changed the fob battery 2 weeks ago thinking that was .t

[LionPT]

This should help...

Ignition Cylinder Housing 1.JPG

Ignition Cylinder Housing 2.jpg

[SuperMouse]

This is what I LOVE about the PT Cruiser Forms
Ill give that a shot tomorrow I appreciate the info..
Ill let you know what happens..

[SuperMouse]

I have taken the multi function switches off and there is a black piece that is right behind the steering wheel. It looks like it can only be removed with the steering wheel off. I can reach the hole but Nothing works not even the 1/16 bit.
any ideas ??? About to give up..

[SuperMouse]

Ok I read where I needed the Torx Bit and WOW was that a Pain to find a 5 point Security Torx.. 4 stores one had it.. But Im back in business. Ill submit pictures of what was wrong why it was doing the Key in ignition.. later.

[rckstein]

Originally Posted by SuperMouse

Ok I read where I needed the Torx Bit and WOW was that a Pain to find a 5 point Security Torx.. 4 stores one had it.. But Im back in business. Ill submit pictures of what was wrong why it was doing the Key in ignition.. later.

That is mentioned in the Service Manual that it will be needed. Do you have a copy of the Service Manual?

If not, I can PM you a link where you can download a copy from my DropBox.

[SuperMouse]

I have a copy of the 2001-2006 and mine is a 2008 so a lot isn’t covered.
I think after this I’m brave enough to install the cruise kit I have had for 2years
But if you have a manual for 2008 I would love it thanks
Btw this is my second pt cruiser lovingly call it the perpetual turd 😋😜

[rckstein]

Originally Posted by SuperMouse

I have a copy of the 2001-2006 and mine is a 2008 so a lot isn’t covered.
I think after this I’m brave enough to install the cruise kit I have had for 2years
But if you have a manual for 2008 I would love it thanks
Btw this is my second pt cruiser lovingly call it the perpetual turd 😋😜

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