If you reading this, then there is a good chance then you suffering from this problem right now. Try as you might, your key will not just become unstuck. Before you attempt anything crazy such as trying anything from a WikiHow article, take a look at this guide.
You need to remember that your car’s ignition is a complex piece of equipment and any attempt to remove with brute force may only do more damage to the key, your ignition, or both.
First Steps
The first thing that you need to do is assess the situation and understand why this may have happened. If you are not sure, then this is a good time to contact a certified car locksmith
Locksmiths deal with this situation all the time and can help you solve this problem much more quickly than you can on your own. Some of the reasons why this problem may have occurred include:
- Broken or damaged key
- Worn ignition components
- Key needs reprogramming
- Car battery is dead
- Electronic system shut down from car break-in attempts
It is very important to understand which of these issues it is first because this will determine the most practical method of solving the issue.
Ignition Key Extraction
This is often an issue with older model vehicles whose components may have become worn over time. Essentially, the key is unable to be removed, or becomes stuck in place. It does not matter how strong you are, if the key is stuck, and has not come out after a couple of attempts then you need to get some help. Locksmiths carry with them a variety of equipment and lubrication that can be used to gently remove your key.
Sometimes, It’s the Ignition Switch Cylinder
Even if you have a brand new key, sometimes the problem may lie with the ignition. This can happen when it becomes damaged. To help solve this problem it is important to know whether your car uses a transponder key or not.
A transponder key looks very similar to a normal car key except that it usually has a slightly long plastic piece at the top part of the key. This piece contains a small microchip, which sends a unique signal to your ignition. Without this, the car will not start even if you are using your key. Some transponder systems will even lock an unauthorized key in place until the transponder signal has been matched as a safety precaution.
In some cases ignition replacement may be necessary. If your system is not working then there is a good chance that there is a problem with the transponder in the key or the receiver in the ignition. If the key has not been damaged and manages to turn, then that likely means it is a problem with the ignition and what you will need is someone to recalibrate it so that it can work effectively again.
On the other hand, if you are using a standard key and it does not work, then chances are that the ignition components have become damaged over time and need to be repaired or replaced.
You May Need a New Transponder Key
There are a variety of reasons you might need a new key. If your key is old or damaged it may not be working properly. Or some people, in their attempts to remove the key from the ignition actually break it. Or sometimes, they just become lost. Whatever the reason, our skilled experts can help.
They have the tools to cut you a new key right then and there. Regardless of whether you use a standard, transponder, laser cut, switch blade or even a smart proximity key they can help you right then and there.
Don’t Go to the Dealer or Mechanic
The last thing you want to do if you are experiencing problems is take it to the dealership. Most people know that the majority of profits that dealerships make is actually on after-market services and repair. The markup at dealerships is often absurd and you end up paying 3-5 times the price that you would have paid elsewhere.
Likewise mechanics also tend to be expensive and it is difficult to leave one without them finding something else wrong. Finally, both of these places tend to only be open the usual business hours of 9-5, Monday to Friday. The problem with that is these situations can happen anytime and anywhere. Worst of all, if your car does not start, then you will need to pay for a tow truck which is just more money and hassle.
Our mobile locksmiths can meet you anytime, anywhere. That’s right, twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, and three hundred sixty five days a year. Whether you are stuck at home, on the highway or out in the middle of nowhere, we can help.
Not only this, we carry all the tools we need from the job with us so that we can do the job right then and there. That means you can get back to wherever it is you need to go that much quicker.
If You Call Our Car Locksmiths, It’s Actually No Big Deal
Everything revolves around your ignition key. You can’t go anywhere without it. So, if your key is stuck in the ignition, broken, or lost, it is no problem at all. So before you waste hours on the Internet trying to solve the problem yourself and likely only making it worse, give us a call.
Contact us and get back on the road now!
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