Citroen Xsara Picasso ignition switch jammed/not working

Car: Citroen Xsara Picasso
Variant: 2.0 diesel
Model Year: 2002
Categories: Running Rough, Starting & Power Loss
I arrived home and the ignition key wouldn't turn to switch engine off. I selected 4th gear to stall engine then disconnected battery to turn ignition lights off. After 10 minutes of waggling the key turned and came out. I re-connected battery and ignition lights stayed on whatever position the key was in. Starting position did not function. Any thoughts please?
Posted: Jul 17, 2013 (11 years ago)
Very common fault on that car , will require a new switch .
Posted Jul 17, 2013 (11 years ago)

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