Originally Posted by Pknuts85

Hi Amber, I only bought my equinox 4 days ago 2007. What would you recommend that I do now? I am having same problems as Jimmie. Reduced engine power , key got stuck, back wipers won't work.

Please advise !

Originally Posted by tracy28

went to start car put key in no power tried to pull key out its stuck

Originally Posted by Jimmie Meadows

I have a 2009 Equinox FWD LS. I put the key in the ignition and it turns to the on position, does not start. No clicks, no dash lights. The only dash light recently when it was working was reminding me that my oil was at 5% and a low tire warning (censor went out a few months ago and have a normal valve stem now). It won't turn all the way to the off position and the key is stuck. The steering wheel turns fully in both directions. The shifter is free of coins.

Originally Posted by Jimmie Meadows

I have a 2009 Equinox FWD LS. I put the key in the ignition and it turns to the on position, does not start. No clicks, no dash lights. The only dash light recently when it was working was reminding me that my oil was at 5% and a low tire warning (censor went out a few months ago and have a normal valve stem now). It won't turn all the way to the off position and the key is stuck. The steering wheel turns fully in both directions. The shifter is free of coins.

Originally Posted by Jeff Collision

Release the steering wheel lock on your Equinox. If you have an automatic transmission, put the vehicle in park and put your car key in the ignition. Put your left hand on the steering wheel and your right hand on the ignition key and simultaneously turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the ignition key to the right. This may allow you to turn the ignition key immediately. Clean your key. Debris or buildup of any kind can warp the fit of the ignition key to the Equinox's ignition. Remove any debris inside the ignition switch. Try to start the Equinox with a spare key. Sometimes the primary car key becomes bent or chipped and fails to function properly. Ensure that your car is in park. If you have an automatic transmission, be sure that your gear selector is placed fully in the park position. If the selector is not completely in park the key will not turn.

Originally Posted by Jeff Collision

Release the steering wheel lock on your Equinox. If you have an automatic transmission, put the vehicle in park and put your car key in the ignition. Put your left hand on the steering wheel and your right hand on the ignition key and simultaneously turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the ignition key to the right. This may allow you to turn the ignition key immediately. Clean your key. Debris or buildup of any kind can warp the fit of the ignition key to the Equinox's ignition. Remove any debris inside the ignition switch. Try to start the Equinox with a spare key. Sometimes the primary car key becomes bent or chipped and fails to function properly. Ensure that your car is in park. If you have an automatic transmission, be sure that your gear selector is placed fully in the park position. If the selector is not completely in park the key will not turn.