First post by a new member.

I can't get the key to turn in the ignition. I've tried jiggling the steering wheel, turning it slowly while I pressure the key, kiggling the shifter so it recognizes Park... nothing. This is the second time: the first, after about 15 minutes of jiggling the key, I got it to turn on. This time the 15 minutes is up. My questions are:

1) Is this a common problem?
2) What is the expected cause and cost to repair?

-P

 

Is the Disco new to you?

IS the key newly cut?

 

Don't giggle the wheel, force it left then right as you try to turn the key.
Are you front tires up against a curb?

 

I had a new key cut at the dealer when I got a backup fob and key. The new key would not start the Disco but it would unlock the doors. They sent me to a nearby locksmith who filed down the sharp edges to more resemble the worn key that I had. New key worked like a charm.

 

Hello,

I'd do what mike says. I had the same exact thing a couple of months ago. I tried for 30min to get the damn thing to work but nothing. Then I frantically called Mike and his solution fixed the problem and I didn't lose my job. Its a safety/security thing built into the rover. I don't quite get it, but apparently it serves a purpose. Put the key in. turn wheel counterclock wise while attempting to turn key with NORMAL (not more) strength. Then turn wheel clock-wise hard while still turning key. Doesn't work well if tires are against curb or whatever. It should then free up.

RM