On this page we’re going to focus on a problem that may seem insignificant to most of you, but has happened to a lot of drivers! In actual fact, we are gonna focus on the of a key locked on you Audi S3, and where to start if you are in this condition? Whether it doesn’t want to suit in the cylinder or you can’t turn it any longer, we will try to help you uncover the source of this problem and give you the solution. It may seem obvious, but when you don’t know all the cars in greater detail, being faced with a locked key can be disturbing. Before you think about buying a new key or having it remanufactured, read this guide. In this article, we will first try to demonstrate why the key gets stuck in your cylinder Audi S3, and secondly, how to unlock the key from your Audi S3.

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Why is my key locked in my Audi S3?

What could have happened to your car key being blocked in the cylinder of your Audi S3? In this section we will try to show you why your key can get stuck. There are several explanations that can trigger the key to your car to get locked.

  • Some dirt accumulated on it, which may bring about the key to get stuck in the cylinder’s sprocket device. It can sometimes prevent it from entering the cylinder correctly, or it can block it inside the cylinder.
  • A broken or damaged key, if your key is broken, bent or has some of its teeth damaged, it’s bound to have a hard time coordinating the impression in the barrel of your Audi S3.
  • A steering wheel locker activated, which will prevent your key from turning and thus start your Audi S3.
  • Finally, it may be that if you have an automatic gearbox, you have the D position engaged and that this stops the key of your car from turning properly in the barrel.

All these reasons can cause an external or internal blocking of the key of your Audi S3, so remember to check all these factors to know what problem you are standing in front of.

How to unlock the key of my Audi S3

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Finally, let’s go forward to the remedy section that will enable you to unlock the key of your Audi S3. Now that you’ve been able to determine the motive why your key is blocked, we’ll see what solutions are available to you to remedy this problem. We will take up the different problems and give you the corresponding solutions:

  • Dirt blocking the key to your Audi S3: If you key is stuck in the cylinder, use a wrench remover and move the key (without too much strength) in different directions to try to unlock it. If it doesn’t want to go in any longer, ensure that to inspect it cautiously and clean out any dirt you may find. If you think the dirt is in the cylinder or switch, move the key back and forth to try to get the dirt out.
  • The key of my Audi S3 doesn’t turn any longer and my steering wheel is locked: In such a case, it’s your anti-theft device that is turned on, you will have to all at once turn your steering wheel and your key to unlock it, browse this full guide on the steering wheel locked on Audi S3 to have the complete treatment.
  • Broken, damaged or twisted key: This is the most irritating circumstance, if it is only twisted, you can try to straighten it on a flat surface with a sledgehammer, if it is damaged you will regrettably have to use the duplicate or buy a new copy of the key of your Audi S3. If it is damaged and you do not have a duplicate, you will have to get the code “VIN” and go to your car dealership to get a copy of your key. In any other case, last remedy, convert the cylinder and get a new key.
  • Key locked in my automatic Audi S3: In this case, you’ll only have to go through neutral to unlock your key from the cylinder.

To get more tips on the Audi S3, take a look at the Audi S3 category.