Why does my car key sometimes not turn?

Why does my car key sometimes not turn?

The most common reason that a car key will not turn is that the steering wheel has locked. Pull the steering wheel in the direction that has give, and hold it there. Turn the key toward the accessory position while keeping the steering wheel turned. If nothing happens, rock the steering wheel as you turn the key.

How do you get a bad key to work?

How to Make a Bad Key Copy Work

  1. Jiggle the key around.
  2. Pull the key out slightly while at the same time trying to gently turn it.
  3. Pull the key out a little bit and then hit it softly with something while gently trying to turn it.
  4. If it is a doorknob try using a credit card or gift card to loid the deadlatch.

What are common reasons my Toyota Corolla key wont turn?

What are common reasons my Toyota Corolla key won’t turn? While there are a variety of reasons your Toyota Corolla key won’t turn, the most common 3 are a binding steering column/lock, an ignition switch issue, or a problem with the ignition key. See what others are asking about their Toyota Corolla.

Why does my Toyota key not unlock the door?

OR, keys get worn out and distorted over time and the first thing to start giving problems is the door/trunk locks. Copying an old key carries the distortion over to the new key. Best to have a new key made by the dealership by using the original key pattern from the VIN#.

What to do if your car key won’t work?

It it is different then you should be able to use the keys in the doors. A locksmith can recode the doors or the ignition lock to match the others, assuming they are different. Have the dealership cut keys for your car by the vin number. If the ignition lock has been changed then the keys will work in the doors.

Why does my Toyota WD-40 key not work?

If the wd-40 does not work bring it back to the dealer. He has to give you working keys. It’s possible that the key cylinders are frozen. Spray contact cleaner inside the lock. This will help loosen some built up dirt and gunk. It may have gotten a bind and won’t spring back.