On this page we’re going to focus on an issue that may look insignificant to most of you, but has happened to a lot of motorists! In reality, we are gonna talk about the of a key locked on you PORSCHE BOXSTER, and what to do if you are in this condition? Whether it doesn’t want to fit in the cylinder or you can’t turn it anymore, we will try to help you discover the cause of this trouble and give you the remedy. It may seem logical, but when you don’t know all the cars in detail, being faced with a locked key can be disturbing. Before you think about buying a new key or having it rebuilt, go through this instruction. In this content, we will first try to describe why the key gets stuck in your cylinder PORSCHE BOXSTER, and secondly, how to unlock the key from your PORSCHE BOXSTER.
Why is my key locked in my PORSCHE BOXSTER?
What could have occurred to your car key being blocked in the cylinder of your PORSCHE BOXSTER? In this part we will try to show you why your key can get stuck. There are multiple answers that can trigger the key to your car to get locked.
- Some dirt gathered 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 cracked, bent or has some of its teeth damaged, it’s bound to have a hard time corresponding the impression in the barrel of your PORSCHE BOXSTER.
- A steering wheel locker activated, which will prevent your key from turning and thus start your PORSCHE BOXSTER.
- Finally, 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 correctly in the barrel.
All these reasons can cause an external or internal blocking of the key of your PORSCHE BOXSTER, so don’t forget to verify all these key points to know what trouble you are working on.
How to unlock the key of my PORSCHE BOXSTER
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To conclude, let’s proceed to the solution section that will allow you to unlock the key of your PORSCHE BOXSTER. Now that you’ve been able to determine the reason why your key is blocked, we’ll see what solutions are available to you to remedy this trouble. We will take up the different problems and give you the corresponding solutions:
- Dirt blocking the key to your PORSCHE BOXSTER: 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 anymore, make 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 PORSCHE BOXSTER doesn’t turn anymore and my steering wheel is locked: In such a case, it’s your anti-theft device that is activated, you will have to at the same time turn your steering wheel and your key to unlock it, go through this full tutorial on the steering wheel locked on PORSCHE BOXSTER to have the complete procedure.
- Broken, damaged or twisted key: This is the most annoying 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 unfortunately have to use the duplicate or buy a new copy of the key of your PORSCHE BOXSTER. 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 receive a copy of your key. In any other case, last option, change the cylinder and get a new key.
- Key locked in my automatic PORSCHE BOXSTER: In cases like this, you’ll only have to go through neutral to unlock your key from the cylinder.
In the event that you have any further questions about the PORSCHE BOXSTER, do not hesitate to consult our PORSCHE BOXSTER category.
