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Ignition Cylinder Problems & Solutions
Many motorists go their entire lives without ever experiencing a problem with their ignition cylinder. If you are the driver of a vehicle of any type, you can experience some of the problems that are simply out of your control. While driving is certainly a privilege, it doesn’t come without its fair share of problems.
Mechanical issues are bound to occur from time to time and unfortunately, you may be one of the recipients of such a problem. If you don’t have your vehicle routinely serviced, you are more likely to run into problems with your ignition than someone who does have their vehicle routinely serviced.
If you have ever hoped into your car and it didn’t want to turn on you know what we are talking about. This can be very upsetting because the first thing that you are likely thinking is just how much money it will cost if there is a problem. If you have a key stuck in the ignition or your vehicle ignition won’t turn, this is clear that there is an ignition cylinder problem.
Yes, with the help of a locksmith, it is possible for them to take care of your automotive ignition troubles.
Just because your key might look fine doesn’t mean that it is. Sometimes there could be a slight bend in the key that can cause your key to get stuck in the ignition. Small flaws in your key can add up to big issues that require the services of a locksmith.
Here are some common issues and solutions:
With the vehicle turned on…
Loosen up the key – gently wiggle the key while it is still in the ignition. Slightly wiggle it back and forth, without applying too much pressure.
Check the vehicles dashboard – make sure your gear is in the right position by checking it from the dashboard. The dashboard should indicate that the gear is in the Park position.
Check the gear – Again, make sure the gear is in the right position, Park. If it isn’t then it will not allow you to turn your key in the ignition.
With the vehicle turned off………….
Loosen up your key – wiggle the key back and forth in the ignition to loosen up the key. Yanking the key out of the ignition will only cause further problems; which is what you want to avoid. The key could break off in the ignition.
Check the vehicles battery – this is something that might be logical to some people but not to everyone. If this isn’t something that you have already done then perhaps you should. This will be the first thing that a locksmith will check when they are called upon because of an ignition problem. If your battery is dead then you will not be able to start the engine.
Check your keys position – if you use an older key you might run into the problem of the key entering the ignition the wrong way. Update your existing key and you are less likely to experience this problem.
The above-mentioned scenarios are simply the problems and solutions that work most often. There are always some exceptions and for these you will have to rely on a locksmith. You have to determine for yourself if you will try to above mentioned solutions or if you would rather just contact a locksmith to handle the problem for you.
A locksmith can come to wherever you are to administer the help you need. Right away you save money because you don’t have to have your vehicle towed anywhere.
You’ll also save money since you’re not paying for the overhead expenses of an auto mechanic or a dealership. A locksmith is able to make a thorough assessment of the problem and if they are unable to resolve the problem for you, then they will let you know that you will need to have an auto mechanic resolve the issue. However, in most cases, a locksmith is able to fix the problem that you are experiencing.
Don’t be so quick to react that you forget what a locksmith is capable of doing for you.
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