15 Camaro SS key won't come out of ignition - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

anthony303 · 06-30-2022, 07:20 PM

When I put car in park key sometimes won't go back and release unless I hit automatic shifter toward frt of car then key will release out of ignition... is that maybe a adjustment under shifter? And how to or is it a new ignition switch? Thanks John

joshnmn · 07-01-2022, 06:50 AM

Very common. There are many threads on here about it, just look around

phoenix78 · 10-14-2022, 01:54 PM

I encountered this issue. For me, I disconnected the solenoid that holds the key in place. Can't recall the specific process, but I know that it was easy, quick (15-30 minutes), and didn't require me to order any parts. I haven't noticed any issues as a result of the change.

If you do this, make sure that nobody ever pulls out your key while driving. It'll supposedly lock the steering wheel in place.

Relevant forum post: https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=567161

Edit: Here is a video that shows the process:

KenKat · 10-14-2022, 02:58 PM

I’ve had my shifter replaced once under warranty for this problem and it has started happening again. There are several potential workarounds and fixes, but I thought this was the best explanation and potential fix for the issue:

https://youtu.be/sETuCmaTLhY

For now, I’ve been doing the following if the key gets stuck:

1) Turn key back to “on” position (don’t need to start the car)
2) Place foot on brake (car can stay in Park)
3) Squeeze the silver shift release button at the top of the shifter several times rapidly
4) Key should be able to be released at this point

If this ever stops working, I will probably try the procedure in the video.

Originally posted this comment here: https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=609182

Ck1984 · 07-22-2023, 08:14 PM

good to know for near future reference, mine is doing same thing

ccbryson6161 · 07-29-2023, 11:19 AM

So I researched the crap out of this. Installed a new ignition switch and didn't work. Found a useful video the take apart the shifter trim to get to the shifter switch.

https://www.google.com/search?q=cama...id:59kfjhXDF0Q

Problem for me was the damn 25cent Chinese shifter switch is bad. I searched all over and can't find a replacement switch and it does not have a part number. As you can see I jumped the 2 wires but I don't like rigging things like this, especially when I give this car to my daughter. Started happening around 40,000 miles. Key comes out all the time but issue is you can be in any gear and remove the key. Only good thing is once in park and key is removed shifter stays in park. Was anyone able to find this piece of crap switch? Only other option is to spend $165+ for the entire shifter but a buddy of mine did that and 2,000 miles later he had the same problem.

bsn · 07-30-2023, 07:30 AM

Thats called a limit switch/micro switch you will probably have to modify one depending how it mounts. Don't worry about AC or DC ratings just amps.

https://www.amazon.com/MXRS-Hinge-Mo...ps%2C97&sr=8-4

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07P4CJ8TV...1-df67fc737124

06-30-2022, 07:20 PM	#1
anthony303 Drives: 2010 Camaro SS red Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: n.e. ohio Posts: 63	15 Camaro SS key won't come out of ignition When I put car in park key sometimes won't go back and release unless I hit automatic shifter toward frt of car then key will release out of ignition... is that maybe a adjustment under shifter? And how to or is it a new ignition switch? Thanks John

07-22-2023, 08:14 PM	#5
Ck1984 Drives: 2015 camaro LFX V6 Join Date: Jul 2023 Location: saskatoon Posts: 131 View My Garage	good to know for near future reference, mine is doing same thing __________________ 2015 2LT LFX 3.6L FE2 Sport Suspension MXO-6 Speed auto w/Tapshift Aftermarket Oval mufflers

07-29-2023, 11:19 AM	#6
ccbryson6161 Drives: 2014 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Apr 2022 Location: North Myrtle Beach, SC Posts: 1	Key stuck in ignition So I researched the crap out of this. Installed a new ignition switch and didn't work. Found a useful video the take apart the shifter trim to get to the shifter switch. https://www.google.com/search?q=cama...id:59kfjhXDF0Q Problem for me was the damn 25cent Chinese shifter switch is bad. I searched all over and can't find a replacement switch and it does not have a part number. As you can see I jumped the 2 wires but I don't like rigging things like this, especially when I give this car to my daughter. Started happening around 40,000 miles. Key comes out all the time but issue is you can be in any gear and remove the key. Only good thing is once in park and key is removed shifter stays in park. Was anyone able to find this piece of crap switch? Only other option is to spend $165+ for the entire shifter but a buddy of mine did that and 2,000 miles later he had the same problem. Attached Images Last edited by ccbryson6161; 07-29-2023 at 11:54 AM.

07-01-2022, 06:50 AM	#2
joshnmn 2&THEHIT Drives: 5th Gen Camaro; 5th Gen Ram 3500 Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Garner, NC Posts: 1,013 View My Garage	Very common. There are many threads on here about it, just look around

10-14-2022, 02:58 PM	#4
KenKat Drives: 2014 2LT RS Summit White Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Cincinnati Posts: 622	I’ve had my shifter replaced once under warranty for this problem and it has started happening again. There are several potential workarounds and fixes, but I thought this was the best explanation and potential fix for the issue: https://youtu.be/sETuCmaTLhY For now, I’ve been doing the following if the key gets stuck: 1) Turn key back to “on” position (don’t need to start the car) 2) Place foot on brake (car can stay in Park) 3) Squeeze the silver shift release button at the top of the shifter several times rapidly 4) Key should be able to be released at this point If this ever stops working, I will probably try the procedure in the video. Originally posted this comment here: https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=609182

07-30-2023, 07:30 AM	#7
bsn Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: Virginia Posts: 301	Thats called a limit switch/micro switch you will probably have to modify one depending how it mounts. Don't worry about AC or DC ratings just amps. https://www.amazon.com/MXRS-Hinge-Mo...ps%2C97&sr=8-4 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07P4CJ8TV...1-df67fc737124