On this article we’re going to deal with an issue that may appear to be insignificant to most of you, but has happened to a lot of motorists! In fact, we are going to focus on the of a key locked on you Kia Picanto 3, and what you can do if we find ourselves in this condition? Whether it doesn’t want to fit in the cylinder or you can’t turn it any longer, we will try to help you locate 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 rebuilt, read this instruction. In this content, we will first of all try to demonstrate why the key gets stuck in your cylinder Kia Picanto 3, and secondly, how to unlock the key from your Kia Picanto 3.
Why is my key locked in my Kia Picanto 3?
What could have happened to your car key being blocked in the cylinder of your Kia Picanto 3? In this section we will try to teach you why your key can get stuck. There are several explanations 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 sometimes prevent it from entering the cylinder correctly, 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 Kia Picanto 3.
- A steering wheel locker activated, which will prevent your key from turning and thus start your Kia Picanto 3.
- Finally, it may be that if you have an automatic gearbox, you have the D position engaged and that this stops the key of your car from turning correctly in the barrel.
All these elements can cause an external or internal blocking of the key of your Kia Picanto 3, so remember to check all these factors to know what issue you are working on.
How to unlock the key of my Kia Picanto 3
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To conclude, let’s move on to the practical section that will allow you to unlock the key of your Kia Picanto 3. Now that you’ve managed to discover the motive why your key is blocked, we’ll see what possibilities are available to you to cure this issue. We will take up the different problems and give you the corresponding answers:
- Dirt blocking the key to your Kia Picanto 3: If you key is stuck in the cylinder, use a wrench remover and move the key (without too much force) in different ways to try to unlock it. If it doesn’t want to go in any longer, make certain to check it cautiously 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 Kia Picanto 3 doesn’t turn any longer 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, read this complete article on the steering wheel locked on Kia Picanto 3 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 harmed you will regrettably have to use the duplicate or buy a new copy of the key of your Kia Picanto 3. 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. In any other case, last answer, change the cylinder and get a new key.
- Key locked in my automatic Kia Picanto 3: In cases like this, you’ll only have to go through neutral to unlock your key from the cylinder.
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