On this article we’re going to concentrate on a problem that could look trivial to most of you, but has happened to a lot of drivers! In actual fact, we are gonna deal with the of a key locked on you Mazda CX 9, and where to start if we find ourselves 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 origin of this problem and give you the solution. It may seem obvious, but when you don’t know all the cars in greater detail, being in face of a locked key can be disturbing. Before you think about buying a new key or having it remanufactured, go through this instruction. In this content page, we will first try to describe why the key gets stuck in your cylinder Mazda CX 9, and secondly, how to unlock the key from your Mazda CX 9.

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Why is my key locked in my Mazda CX 9?

What could have occurred to your car key being blocked in the cylinder of your Mazda CX 9? In this section we will try to explain why your key can get stuck. There are some explanations that can provoke the key to your car to get locked.

  • Some dirt accumulated on it, which may cause 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 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 Mazda CX 9.
  • A steering wheel locker activated, which will prevent your key from turning and thus start your Mazda CX 9.
  • 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 effectively in the barrel.

All these explanations can cause an external or internal blocking of the key of your Mazda CX 9, so remember to check all these factors to know what problem you are working on.

How to unlock the key of my Mazda CX 9

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Finally, let’s proceed to the solution part that will let you to unlock the key of your Mazda CX 9. Now that you’ve been able to evaluate the cause why your key is blocked, we’ll see what answers are available to you to cure this problem. We will take up the different problems and give you the corresponding solutions:

  • Dirt blocking the key to your Mazda CX 9: If you key is stuck in the cylinder, use a wrench remover and move the key (without too much force) in different directions to try to unlock it. If it doesn’t want to go in anymore, be sure 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 Mazda CX 9 doesn’t turn anymore and my steering wheel is locked: In this instance, 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, read this full article on the steering wheel locked on Mazda CX 9 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 broken you will regrettably have to use the duplicate or buy a new copy of the key of your Mazda CX 9. If it is damaged and you do not have a duplicate, you will have to get the code “VIN” and go to your dealer to get a copy of your key. Otherwise, last option, replace the cylinder and get a new key.
  • Key locked in my automatic Mazda CX 9: In this case, you’ll only have to go through neutral to unlock your key from the cylinder.

To get more tips on the Mazda CX 9, take a look at the Mazda CX 9 category.