On this article we’re going to deal with an issue that may look unimportant to most of you, but has happened to a lot of motorists! In actual fact, we are gonna focus on the of a key locked on you BMW X1, and what to do if you are in this position? Whether it doesn’t want to suit in the cylinder or you can’t turn it any longer, we will try to help you find the origin of this issue and give you the remedy. It may seem obvious, but when you don’t know all the cars in depth, being in face of a locked key can be disconcerting. Before you think about buying a new key or having it remanufactured, go through this instruction. In this article content, we will first try to describe why the key gets stuck in your cylinder BMW X1, and secondly, how to unlock the key from your BMW X1.
Why is my key locked in my BMW X1?
What could have happened to your car key being blocked in the cylinder of your BMW X1? In this section we will try to show you why your key can get stuck. There are multiple reasons that can cause the key to your car to get locked.
- Some dirt accumulated on it, which may trigger the key to get stuck in the cylinder’s sprocket system. It can sometimes prevent it from entering the cylinder easily, 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 matching the impression in the barrel of your BMW X1.
- A steering wheel locker activated, which will prevent your key from turning and thus start your BMW X1.
- Finally, it may be that if you have an automatic gearbox, you have the D position engaged and that this prevents the key of your car from turning effectively in the barrel.
All these reasons can cause an external or internal blocking of the key of your BMW X1, so remember to check all these factors to know what issue you are facing.
How to unlock the key of my BMW X1
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To finish , let’s proceed to the solution part that will enable you to unlock the key of your BMW X1. Now that you’ve managed to evaluate the explanation why your key is blocked, we’ll see what solutions are available to you to solve this issue. We will take up the different problems and give you the corresponding answers:
- Dirt blocking the key to your BMW X1: If you key is stuck in the cylinder, use a wrench remover and move the key (without too much pressure) in different directions to try to unlock it. If it doesn’t want to go in any longer, ensure to examine it carefully 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 BMW X1 doesn’t turn any longer and my steering wheel is locked: In such a case, it’s your anti-theft system that is turned on, you will have to at the same time turn your steering wheel and your key to unlock it, go through this full article on the steering wheel locked on BMW X1 to have the complete process.
- Broken, damaged or twisted key: This is the most irritating 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 unfortunately have to use the duplicate or buy a new copy of the key of your BMW X1. If it is damaged and you do not have a duplicate, you will have to get the code “VIN” and go to your dealership to receive a copy of your key. Otherwise, last remedy, replace the cylinder and get a new key.
- Key locked in my automatic BMW X1: In cases like this, you’ll only have to go through neutral to unlock your key from the cylinder.
If you wish more tutorials on the BMW X1, go to our BMW X1 category.
