On this page we’re going to deal with a problem that may seem trivial to most of you, but has happened to a lot of drivers! Actually, we are gonna focus on the of a key locked on you Ford S-max 2, and what to do if we find ourselves in this condition? Whether it doesn’t want to fit in the cylinder or you can’t turn it anymore, we will try to help you find the source of this problem and give you the remedy. It may seem obvious, but when you don’t know all the cars in depth, being confronted with a locked key can be disturbing. Before you think about buying a new key or having it rebuilt, browse this instruction. In this article, we will first try to teach you why the key gets stuck in your cylinder Ford S-max 2, and secondly, how to unlock the key from your Ford S-max 2.
Why is my key locked in my Ford S-max 2?
What could have happened to your car key being blocked in the cylinder of your Ford S-max 2? In this section we will try to show you why your key can get stuck. There are multiple answers that can cause the key to your car to get locked.
- Some dirt gathered 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 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 Ford S-max 2.
- A steering wheel locker activated, which will prevent your key from turning and thus start your Ford S-max 2.
- At last, 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 elements can cause an external or internal blocking of the key of your Ford S-max 2, so remember to examine all these key points to know what problem you are facing.
How to unlock the key of my Ford S-max 2
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To finish , let’s proceed to the solution section that will allow you to unlock the key of your Ford S-max 2. Now that you’ve managed to discover the cause why your key is blocked, we’ll see what solutions 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 Ford S-max 2: 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 anymore, make certain to examine 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 Ford S-max 2 doesn’t turn anymore and my steering wheel is locked: In this case, it’s your anti-theft system that is activated, you will have to all at once turn your steering wheel and your key to unlock it, browse this full guide on the steering wheel locked on Ford S-max 2 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 damaged you will unfortunately have to use the duplicate or buy a new copy of the key of your Ford S-max 2. 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 get a copy of your key. Otherwise, last solution, replace the cylinder and get a new key.
- Key locked in my automatic Ford S-max 2: In this instance, you’ll only have to go through neutral to unlock your key from the cylinder.
If you wish more tutorials on the Ford S-max 2, go to our Ford S-max 2 category.
