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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

I got in my 1999 996 tonight and put the key in the ignition and tried to start the car. The key all of a sudden was jammed, and I couldn't turn the key or start the car. After playing with it, I finally got it to start the car, but as soon as I let go of the key, the car would stall. It's as if the key springs back just enough not to make a connection. What do I do? Is this something I can fix my self, or do I have to go to the dealer and spend $1,500 on a $25 part? Please help. Thanks, Frank

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Frank, Welcome to Rennlist. I'll move your post to the 996 forum - the 'Help' forum is really for help with Rennlist itself.

POST 3Original post

Sounds like a bad ignition switch, which is common. The switch is actually an Audi switch. You can replace it yourself. The part is about $40.

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