I put my key in the ignition, and it felt like it was tougher to get in. I then try and turn the key, and nothing. I jiggled the wheel, until it locked.

I have an 04 honda civic lx, 5speed.

I called a locksmith, and told him the story, and he said it's probably the key, since I've also been having trouble unlocking my driver door. I go to honda dealer ship, and tell them the problem. They said it's either your ignition, or it's the key, so I decide to get a key with no chip, that will move the ignition, to turn the car on, but won't get it running. I want to limit the possibility of it being a bad ignition. I get to my car, and the new key unlocks the car door with ease, so I figured great this will work! I get in my car, and try to turn the ignition, and nothing. I wiggle my steering wheel, and still nothing.

So what should I do?

I was suggested to call a locksmith, to go and look at it, but last time I was quoted $200 for it. I'm on a tight budget, and so that will put a huge hole in my wallet.

Thanks,
cj