Today we’re going to focus on an issue that could look insignificant to most of you, but has happened to a lot of motorists! Actually, we are going to deal with the of a key locked on you Citroen C5, and what to do if we find ourselves in this situation? 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 cause of this problem and give you the remedy. It may seem logical, but when you don’t know all the cars in greater detail, being in face of a locked key can be disturbing. Before you think about buying a new key or having it remanufactured, go through this guideline. In this article content, we will first of all try to explain why the key gets stuck in your cylinder Citroen C5, and secondly, how to unlock the key from your Citroen C5.
Why is my key locked in my Citroen C5?
What could have happened to your car key being blocked in the cylinder of your Citroen C5? In this section we will try to teach you why your key can get stuck. There are multiple reasons that can provoke the key to your car to get locked.
- Some dirt built up on it, which may provoke the key to get stuck in the cylinder’s sprocket system. 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 matching the impression in the barrel of your Citroen C5.
- A steering wheel locker activated, which will prevent your key from turning and thus start your Citroen C5.
- Finally, it may be that if you have an automatic gearbox, you have the D position engaged and that this avoids the key of your car from turning correctly in the barrel.
All these answers can cause an external or internal blocking of the key of your Citroen C5, so make sure to check all these key points to know what problem you are facing.
How to unlock the key of my Citroen C5
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Finally, let’s proceed to the remedy part that will allow you to unlock the key of your Citroen C5. Now that you’ve managed to determine the explanation why your key is blocked, we’ll see what answers are available to you to cure this problem. We will take up the different concerns and give you the corresponding answers:
- Dirt blocking the key to your Citroen C5: If you key is stuck in the cylinder, use a wrench remover and move the key (without too much strength) in different ways to try to unlock it. If it doesn’t want to go in any longer, make sure to inspect 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 Citroen C5 doesn’t turn any longer and my steering wheel is locked: In cases like this, it’s your anti-theft system that is turned on, you will have to all at once turn your steering wheel and your key to unlock it, browse this complete article on the steering wheel locked on Citroen C5 to have the complete treatment.
- Broken, damaged or twisted key: This is the most annoying 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 Citroen C5. 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. Otherwise, last option, replace the cylinder and get a new key.
- Key locked in my automatic Citroen C5: In this instance, you’ll only have to go through neutral to unlock your key from the cylinder.
If you wish more guides on the Citroen C5, go to our Citroen C5 category.
