On this article we’re going to deal with a problem that may seem superficial to most of you, but has happened to a lot of drivers! In fact, we are going to focus on the of a key locked on you Peugeot 4008, and what to do if you are in this condition? Whether it doesn’t want to suit in the cylinder or you can’t turn it any longer, we will try to help you discover the origin of this problem 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, go through this guide. In this content page, we will first of all try to show you why the key gets stuck in your cylinder Peugeot 4008, and secondly, how to unlock the key from your Peugeot 4008.
Why is my key locked in my Peugeot 4008?
What could have occurred to your car key being blocked in the cylinder of your Peugeot 4008? In this part we will try to describe why your key can get stuck. There are some answers that can bring about the key to your car to get locked.
- Some dirt built up on it, which may bring about the key to get stuck in the cylinder’s sprocket device. 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 damaged, bent or has some of its teeth damaged, it’s bound to have a hard time corresponding the impression in the barrel of your Peugeot 4008.
- A steering wheel locker activated, which will prevent your key from turning and thus start your Peugeot 4008.
- 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 properly in the barrel.
All these explanations can cause an external or internal blocking of the key of your Peugeot 4008, so don’t forget to examine all these factors to know what problem you are working on.
How to unlock the key of my Peugeot 4008
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Finally, let’s move on to the remedy part that will allow you to unlock the key of your Peugeot 4008. Now that you’ve been able to determine the reason why your key is blocked, we’ll see what possibilities are available to you to remedy this problem. We will take up the different trouble and give you the corresponding answers:
- Dirt blocking the key to your Peugeot 4008: 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, ensure that to inspect it carefully 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 Peugeot 4008 doesn’t turn any longer and my steering wheel is locked: In this case, it’s your anti-theft device that is turned on, you will have to all at once turn your steering wheel and your key to unlock it, examine this full tutorial on the steering wheel locked on Peugeot 4008 to have the complete treatment.
- Broken, damaged or twisted key: This is the most irritating 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 Peugeot 4008. 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 obtain a copy of your key. Otherwise, last remedy, change the cylinder and get a new key.
- Key locked in my automatic Peugeot 4008: In cases like this, you’ll only have to go through neutral to unlock your key from the cylinder.
Whenever you have any additional questions about the Peugeot 4008, do not hesitate to consult our Peugeot 4008 category.
