Rainier AWD L6-4.2L VIN S (2005)
Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder: Customer Interest
A/T - Key Will Not Release From Ignition Lock Cylinder
Bulletin No.: 05-07-30-021B
Date: October 04, 2007
TECHNICAL
Subject:
Ignition Key Will Not Remove From Ignition Lock Cylinder (Reposition Shifter Boot)
Models:
2004-2007 Buick Rainier
2002-2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer Models
2002-2008 GMC Envoy Models
2003-2004 Oldsmobile Bravada
Supercede:
This bulletin is being revised to include the 2008 model year. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 05-07-30-021A (Section 07 -
Transmission/Transaxle).
Condition
Some customers may comment that they are unable to remove the ignition key from the ignition cylinder.
Cause
The shifter boot may be caught/trapped in the shifter assembly mechanism.
Correction
Inspect the shifter boot for being caught/trapped in the shifter assembly.
If the shifter boot is NOT caught/trapped in the shift assembly, refer to Ignition Key Cannot Be Removed from the Ignition Lock Cylinder in SI.
If the shifter boot IS caught/trapped in the shifter assembly, continue with the next step.
DO NOT replace the complete shifter assembly for this condition.
ONLY replace the shifter boot/handle if damaged by shifter assembly.
Reposition the shifter boot so that it is not caught/trapped in the shifter assembly.
Warranty Information
