On this article we’re going to focus on a problem that may appear to be superficial to most of you, but has happened to a lot of motorists! Actually, we are going to talk about the of a key locked on you Dodge Avenger, 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 discover the origin of this issue and give you the solution. It may seem logical, but when you don’t know all the cars in detail, being in face of a locked key can be disconcerting. Before you think about buying a new key or having it remanufactured, read this instruction. In this content, we will first try to demonstrate why the key gets stuck in your cylinder Dodge Avenger, and secondly, how to unlock the key from your Dodge Avenger.

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Why is my key locked in my Dodge Avenger?

What could have happened to your car key being blocked in the cylinder of your Dodge Avenger? In this part we will try to demonstrate why your key can get stuck. There are many explanations that can cause 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 device. 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 damaged, bent or has some of its teeth damaged, it’s bound to have a hard time matching the impression in the barrel of your Dodge Avenger.
  • A steering wheel locker activated, which will prevent your key from turning and thus start your Dodge Avenger.
  • At last, 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 explanations can cause an external or internal blocking of the key of your Dodge Avenger, so make sure to examine all these aspects to know what issue you are working on.

How to unlock the key of my Dodge Avenger

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To conclude, let’s proceed to the practical part that will let you to unlock the key of your Dodge Avenger. Now that you’ve managed to evaluate the motive why your key is blocked, we’ll see what solutions are available to you to remedy this issue. We will take up the different problems and give you the corresponding answers:

  • Dirt blocking the key to your Dodge Avenger: 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 inspect it properly 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 Dodge Avenger doesn’t turn anymore and my steering wheel is locked: In this instance, 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, examine this full guide on the steering wheel locked on Dodge Avenger to have the complete treatment.
  • 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 damaged you will unfortunately have to use the duplicate or buy a new copy of the key of your Dodge Avenger. 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 obtain a copy of your key. Otherwise, last answer, replace the cylinder and get a new key.
  • Key locked in my automatic Dodge Avenger: In this case, you’ll only have to go through neutral to unlock your key from the cylinder.

Whenever you have any further questions about the Dodge Avenger, do not hesitate to consult our Dodge Avenger category.