On this page we’re going to concentrate on an issue that may look superficial to most of you, but has happened to a lot of drivers! In actual fact, we are going to focus on the of a key locked on you Mercedes Classe C 3, and what to do if you are in this situation? Whether it doesn’t want to fit in the cylinder or you can’t turn it any longer, we will try to help you find the origin of this trouble and give you the solution. It may seem logical, but when you don’t know all the cars in depth, being faced with a locked key can be disconcerting. Before you think about buying a new key or having it remanufactured, go through this article. In this article content, we will first of all try to show you why the key gets stuck in your cylinder Mercedes Classe C 3, and secondly, how to unlock the key from your Mercedes Classe C 3.
Why is my key locked in my Mercedes Classe C 3?
What could have happened to your car key being blocked in the cylinder of your Mercedes Classe C 3? In this part we will try to show you why your key can get stuck. There are several reasons that can trigger 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 cracked, bent or has some of its teeth damaged, it’s bound to have a hard time coordinating the impression in the barrel of your Mercedes Classe C 3.
- A steering wheel locker activated, which will prevent your key from turning and thus start your Mercedes Classe C 3.
- Finally, 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 causes can cause an external or internal blocking of the key of your Mercedes Classe C 3, so be sure you verify all these key points to know what trouble you are struggling with.
How to unlock the key of my Mercedes Classe C 3
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To conclude, let’s move on to the practical part that will allow you to unlock the key of your Mercedes Classe C 3. Now that you’ve managed to discover the cause why your key is blocked, we’ll see what possibilities are available to you to cure this trouble. We will take up the different problems and give you the corresponding solutions:
- Dirt blocking the key to your Mercedes Classe C 3: 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 any longer, ensure 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 Mercedes Classe C 3 doesn’t turn any longer and my steering wheel is locked: In cases like this, 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 complete guide on the steering wheel locked on Mercedes Classe C 3 to have the complete procedure.
- Broken, damaged or twisted key: This is the most troublesome case, if it is only twisted, you can try to straighten it on a flat surface with a sledgehammer, if it is harmed you will unfortunately have to use the duplicate or buy a new copy of the key of your Mercedes Classe C 3. If it is damaged and you do not have a duplicate, you will have to get the code “VIN” and go to your vendor to receive a copy of your key. In any other case, last answer, convert the cylinder and get a new key.
- Key locked in my automatic Mercedes Classe C 3: In this case, you’ll only have to go through neutral to unlock your key from the cylinder.
If you have any further questions about the Mercedes Classe C 3, do not hesitate to consult our Mercedes Classe C 3 category.
