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cali240sxdrifter · 06-30-2003, 03:07 AM

well the title pretty much says it all, anyone know how to get the key out of the igintion? And yes I try to press the black button but nothing.

FastBack 240 · 06-30-2003, 07:48 AM

yea shes definatly stuck...my only guess is using pliers and hope for the best...in other words you may need a new ignigtion.

fast-datsun · 06-30-2003, 08:13 AM

the Reverse lock out or the Auto electrical was not correctly taken care of. Check the Reverse cable first, then the Auto wiring in the shifter area...

old_s13 · 06-30-2003, 08:33 AM

Unscrew the stupid electronic lock from your ignition. There is a safety mechanism that attaches to the ignition, there is a sensor on the shifter. Basically, it doesnt allow you to remove the key UNLESS the car is in park.

Come on man, you're converting from auto to 5-speed and cant figure that out? Sheesh...

orion::S14 · 06-30-2003, 11:33 AM

And we need to know S13 or S14...

S13 = Electrical

S14 = Mechanical - If S14, remove the plastic trim and you'll see the cable...unclip/remove it, and Voila!

If S13, see what old_S13 said above.

Later - Brian

s13conv · 11-19-2003, 02:28 PM

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Originally posted by old_s13
Unscrew the stupid electronic lock from your ignition. There is a safety mechanism that attaches to the ignition, there is a sensor on the shifter. Basically, it doesnt allow you to remove the key UNLESS the car is in park.

Come on man, you're converting from auto to 5-speed and cant figure that out? Sheesh...

Can someone tell me what this looks like and exactly where it's located?

Thanks!

stealthj · 11-20-2003, 02:09 AM

pop open that little thing, pull the lil red switch and take out your key,,,,, as for the permanent solution im trhinking hook up that key thing to neatral position switch,, or wait...im wrong

dont u hate that flexing the conv gives!

*Jeff240sx* · 11-20-2003, 10:59 AM

Its right behind the key on the S14. Its a cable tube (flexible, 1/8" or so) that feeds into a black plastic box that is directly behind the key. It should be held in by a couple screws. Simply unscrew it, and the mechanical wedge-shaped key-lock will never bother you again.
-Jeff

the head · 11-20-2003, 01:02 PM

If S13 remove teh trim around the steering column it is the black and white box attached to the ign cylender(sp) it is held on by two screws remove them and take the thing out then reassemble the trim on the column

s13conv · 11-20-2003, 02:27 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by the head
If S13 remove teh trim around the steering column it is the black and white box attached to the ign cylender(sp) it is held on by two screws remove them and take the thing out then reassemble the trim on the column

Awesome. I'll try that tonight. Thanks!

Bonus question: What is the orange box that was bolted in there the clutch pedal goes?

s13conv · 11-20-2003, 07:50 PM

It looks like just unplugging it did the trick! Although, if I remove it, that would be weight reduction.

s13conv · 11-20-2003, 07:52 PM

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Originally posted by stealthj

dont u hate that flexing the conv gives!

Yeah, I was going to build it (convertible), but decided on the 89 coupe instead. The convertible has some major flex. I'll use it for a parts car.

MrSpArkle · 11-21-2003, 08:41 AM

Next time try just jiggling the steering wheel left to right. Works for me.

s13conv · 11-21-2003, 09:11 AM

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Originally posted by MrSpArkle
Next time try just jiggling the steering wheel left to right. Works for me.

Auto cars have an extra lock that won't let you remove the key unless it's in park.

mastaflash05 · 11-21-2003, 07:43 PM

i gues this is why my key will not come out after taking the trans out. ill have to remove the sensor thing as well.

06-30-2003, 03:07 AM	#1
cali240sxdrifter Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Melbourne, Fl (ex-southern californian) Age: 40 Posts: 1,110 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: cali240sxdrifter Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Key Is Stuck After Auto to 5spd Swap well the title pretty much says it all, anyone know how to get the key out of the igintion? And yes I try to press the black button but nothing.

06-30-2003, 07:48 AM	#2
FastBack 240 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Motor City......MI Age: 39 Posts: 859 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	yea shes definatly stuck...my only guess is using pliers and hope for the best...in other words you may need a new ignigtion. __________________

11-20-2003, 02:09 AM	#7
stealthj Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: norcal, san jose, sacramento Age: 39 Posts: 425 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	pop open that little thing, pull the lil red switch and take out your key,,,,, as for the permanent solution im trhinking hook up that key thing to neatral position switch,, or wait...im wrong dont u hate that flexing the conv gives! __________________ -Kevin Z31T s13 hicas

11-20-2003, 10:59 AM	#8
Jeff240sx I hate you too... Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Tampa, FL Age: 42 Posts: 5,828 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: Jeff240sx Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Its right behind the key on the S14. Its a cable tube (flexible, 1/8" or so) that feeds into a black plastic box that is directly behind the key. It should be held in by a couple screws. Simply unscrew it, and the mechanical wedge-shaped key-lock will never bother you again. -Jeff __________________ Whatup?

11-20-2003, 01:02 PM	#9
the head Nissanaholic! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: in a dark room mastering the art of typing with one hand Posts: 2,164 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	If S13 remove teh trim around the steering column it is the black and white box attached to the ign cylender(sp) it is held on by two screws remove them and take the thing out then reassemble the trim on the column __________________ I never knew you could do that with an eggplant

06-30-2003, 08:13 AM	#3
fast-datsun Leaky Injector Join Date: Aug 2002 Posts: 116 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	the Reverse lock out or the Auto electrical was not correctly taken care of. Check the Reverse cable first, then the Auto wiring in the shifter area...

06-30-2003, 08:33 AM	#4
old_s13 BANNED Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Los Angeles, CA. Posts: 2,824 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Unscrew the stupid electronic lock from your ignition. There is a safety mechanism that attaches to the ignition, there is a sensor on the shifter. Basically, it doesnt allow you to remove the key UNLESS the car is in park. Come on man, you're converting from auto to 5-speed and cant figure that out? Sheesh...

06-30-2003, 11:33 AM	#5
orion::S14 Nissanaholic! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Orange Park, FL Posts: 1,666 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	And we need to know S13 or S14... S13 = Electrical S14 = Mechanical - If S14, remove the plastic trim and you'll see the cable...unclip/remove it, and Voila! If S13, see what old_S13 said above. Later - Brian

11-20-2003, 07:50 PM	#11
s13conv Leaky Injector Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 112 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	It looks like just unplugging it did the trick! Although, if I remove it, that would be weight reduction.

11-21-2003, 08:41 AM	#13
MrSpArkle Leaky Injector Join Date: May 2002 Location: miami Age: 44 Posts: 78 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	... Next time try just jiggling the steering wheel left to right. Works for me.

11-21-2003, 07:43 PM	#15
mastaflash05 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Cincinnati OHIO Age: 38 Posts: 769 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	i gues this is why my key will not come out after taking the trans out. ill have to remove the sensor thing as well.