On this article we’re going to concentrate on an issue that could look superficial to most of you, but has happened to a lot of motorists! Actually, we are gonna focus on the of a key locked on you Mercedes Viano, and what to do if you are in this situation? Whether it doesn’t want to suit 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 remedy. It may seem obvious, but when you don’t know all the cars in greater detail, being confronted with 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 Mercedes Viano, and secondly, how to unlock the key from your Mercedes Viano.

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Why is my key locked in my Mercedes Viano?

What could have happened to your car key being blocked in the cylinder of your Mercedes Viano? In this section we will try to explain why your key can get stuck. There are some answers that can trigger the key to your car to get locked.

  • Some dirt gathered on it, which may trigger the key to get stuck in the cylinder’s sprocket system. 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 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 Viano.
  • A steering wheel locker activated, which will prevent your key from turning and thus start your Mercedes Viano.
  • 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 properly in the barrel.

All these answers can cause an external or internal blocking of the key of your Mercedes Viano, so don’t forget to verify all these factors to know what trouble you are facing.

How to unlock the key of my Mercedes Viano

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Finally, let’s proceed to the practical section that will allow you to unlock the key of your Mercedes Viano. Now that you’ve managed to evaluate the motive why your key is blocked, we’ll see what solutions are available to you to solve this trouble. We will take up the different concerns and give you the corresponding solutions:

  • Dirt blocking the key to your Mercedes Viano: 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 inspect it attentively 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 Viano 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 at the same time turn your steering wheel and your key to unlock it, read this complete guide on the steering wheel locked on Mercedes Viano to have the complete procedure.
  • 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 sadly have to use the duplicate or buy a new copy of the key of your Mercedes Viano. If it is damaged and you do not have a duplicate, you will have to get the code “VIN” and go to your car dealership to get a copy of your key. In any other case, last remedy, change the cylinder and get a new key.
  • Key locked in my automatic Mercedes Viano: In cases like this, you’ll only have to go through neutral to unlock your key from the cylinder.

If you want more guides on the Mercedes Viano, go to our Mercedes Viano category.