On this article we’re going to focus on an issue that may look insignificant to most of you, but has happened to a lot of drivers! Indeed, we are going to focus on the of a key locked on you Citroen Xsara, and how to proceed if you are in this position? Whether it doesn’t want to suit in the cylinder or you can’t turn it anymore, we will try to help you locate the source of this problem and give you the remedy. 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 rebuilt, read this instruction. In this article content, we will first try to describe why the key gets stuck in your cylinder Citroen Xsara, and secondly, how to unlock the key from your Citroen Xsara.
Why is my key locked in my Citroen Xsara?
What could have happened to your car key being blocked in the cylinder of your Citroen Xsara? In this part we will try to show you why your key can get stuck. There are some explanations that can bring about the key to your car to get locked.
- Some dirt built up on it, which may trigger 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 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 Citroen Xsara.
- A steering wheel locker activated, which will prevent your key from turning and thus start your Citroen Xsara.
- 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 correctly in the barrel.
All these answers can cause an external or internal blocking of the key of your Citroen Xsara, so be sure you verify all these points to know what problem you are struggling with.
How to unlock the key of my Citroen Xsara
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Finally, let’s go forward to the practical section that will let you to unlock the key of your Citroen Xsara. Now that you’ve managed to determine 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 trouble and give you the corresponding solutions:
- Dirt blocking the key to your Citroen Xsara: 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 anymore, ensure that 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 Citroen Xsara doesn’t turn anymore and my steering wheel is locked: In this case, it’s your anti-theft system that is turned on, you will have to concurrently turn your steering wheel and your key to unlock it, go through this full tutorial on the steering wheel locked on Citroen Xsara to have the complete procedure.
- Broken, damaged or twisted key: This is the most bothersome circumstance, if it is only twisted, you can try to straighten it on a flat surface with a sledgehammer, if it is harmed you will unfortunately have to use the duplicate or buy a new copy of the key of your Citroen Xsara. 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 receive a copy of your key. Otherwise, last option, change the cylinder and get a new key.
- Key locked in my automatic Citroen Xsara: In this instance, you’ll only have to go through neutral to unlock your key from the cylinder.
Whenever you have any additional questions about the Citroen Xsara, do not hesitate to consult our Citroen Xsara category.
