On this article we’re going to deal with a problem that may appear to be superficial to most of you, but has happened to a lot of drivers! In fact, we are going to talk about the of a key locked on you Audi Sq5, and what you can do if we find ourselves in this situation? Whether it doesn’t want to fit in the cylinder or you can’t turn it any longer, we will try to help you discover the cause of this problem and give you the solution. It may seem logical, 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 rebuilt, read this instruction. In this content, we will first of all try to show you why the key gets stuck in your cylinder Audi Sq5, and secondly, how to unlock the key from your Audi Sq5.
Why is my key locked in my Audi Sq5?
What could have happened to your car key being blocked in the cylinder of your Audi Sq5? In this part we will try to teach you why your key can get stuck. There are some answers that can trigger the key to your car to get locked.
- Some dirt accumulated on it, which may cause the key to get stuck in the cylinder’s sprocket device. It can either prevent it from entering the cylinder cleanly, or it can block it inside the cylinder.
- A broken or damaged key, if your key is cracked, bent or has some of its teeth damaged, it’s bound to have a hard time corresponding the impression in the barrel of your Audi Sq5.
- A steering wheel locker activated, which will prevent your key from turning and thus start your Audi Sq5.
- At last, 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 correctly in the barrel.
All these causes can cause an external or internal blocking of the key of your Audi Sq5, so remember to examine all these factors to know what problem you are standing in front of.
How to unlock the key of my Audi Sq5
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Finally, let’s go forward to the remedy section that will allow you to unlock the key of your Audi Sq5. Now that you’ve managed to analyze the motive why your key is blocked, we’ll see what possibilities are available to you to solve this problem. We will take up the different concerns and give you the corresponding answers:
- Dirt blocking the key to your Audi Sq5: 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 to inspect it attentively 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 Sq5 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 complete tutorial on the steering wheel locked on Audi Sq5 to have the complete treatment.
- Broken, damaged or twisted key: This is the most bothersome case, if it is only twisted, you can try to straighten it on a flat surface with a sledgehammer, if it is broken you will sadly have to use the duplicate or buy a new copy of the key of your Audi Sq5. If it is damaged and you do not have a duplicate, you will have to get the code “VIN” and go to your dealer to get a copy of your key. In any other case, last answer, replace the cylinder and get a new key.
- Key locked in my automatic Audi Sq5: In this instance, you’ll only have to go through neutral to unlock your key from the cylinder.
In the event that you have any additional questions about the Audi Sq5, do not hesitate to consult our Audi Sq5 category.
