On this page we’re going to focus on an issue that could look unimportant to most of you, but has happened to a lot of car owners! Actually, we are going to deal with the of a key locked on you Lancia Ypsilon, and what to do 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 find the cause of this issue and give you the solution. It may seem obvious, but when you don’t know all the cars in depth, being in face of a locked key can be disturbing. Before you think about buying a new key or having it rebuilt, read this article. In this article, we will first of all try to demonstrate why the key gets stuck in your cylinder Lancia Ypsilon, and secondly, how to unlock the key from your Lancia Ypsilon.
Why is my key locked in my Lancia Ypsilon?
What could have occurred to your car key being blocked in the cylinder of your Lancia Ypsilon? In this part we will try to describe why your key can get stuck. There are multiple explanations that can cause the key to your car to get locked.
- Some dirt built up on it, which may cause the key to get stuck in the cylinder’s sprocket device. It can either 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 corresponding the impression in the barrel of your Lancia Ypsilon.
- A steering wheel locker activated, which will prevent your key from turning and thus start your Lancia Ypsilon.
- 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 Lancia Ypsilon, so make sure to verify all these aspects to know what issue you are working on.
How to unlock the key of my Lancia Ypsilon
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To conclude, let’s go forward to the practical section that will enable you to unlock the key of your Lancia Ypsilon. Now that you’ve been able to determine the explanation why your key is blocked, we’ll see what solutions are available to you to remedy this issue. We will take up the different trouble and give you the corresponding answers:
- Dirt blocking the key to your Lancia Ypsilon: 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 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 Lancia Ypsilon doesn’t turn anymore and my steering wheel is locked: In such a case, it’s your anti-theft device that is turned on, you will have to concurrently turn your steering wheel and your key to unlock it, browse this full guide on the steering wheel locked on Lancia Ypsilon 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 sadly have to use the duplicate or buy a new copy of the key of your Lancia Ypsilon. 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. In any other case, last solution, change the cylinder and get a new key.
- Key locked in my automatic Lancia Ypsilon: In cases like this, you’ll only have to go through neutral to unlock your key from the cylinder.
If perhaps you have any further questions about the Lancia Ypsilon, do not hesitate to consult our Lancia Ypsilon category.
