On this article we’re going to deal with a problem that may seem insignificant to most of you, but has happened to a lot of car owners! In actual fact, we are going to talk about the of a key locked on you Renault Espace 3, and where to start if we find ourselves 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 obvious, 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 article. In this article content, we will first of all try to demonstrate why the key gets stuck in your cylinder Renault Espace 3, and secondly, how to unlock the key from your Renault Espace 3.
Why is my key locked in my Renault Espace 3?
What could have happened to your car key being blocked in the cylinder of your Renault Espace 3? In this section we will try to demonstrate why your key can get stuck. There are some reasons that can bring about the key to your car to get locked.
- Some dirt built up on it, which may cause the key to get stuck in the cylinder’s sprocket system. It can sometimes prevent it from entering the cylinder easily, 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 Renault Espace 3.
- A steering wheel locker activated, which will prevent your key from turning and thus start your Renault Espace 3.
- At last, 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 Renault Espace 3, so be sure you verify all these key points to know what trouble you are standing in front of.
How to unlock the key of my Renault Espace 3
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To finish , let’s proceed to the practical part that will enable you to unlock the key of your Renault Espace 3. Now that you’ve managed to evaluate the cause 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 Renault Espace 3: If you key is stuck in the cylinder, use a wrench remover and move the key (without too much strength) in different ways to try to unlock it. If it doesn’t want to go in any longer, be certain 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 Renault Espace 3 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 all in one go turn your steering wheel and your key to unlock it, read this full guide on the steering wheel locked on Renault Espace 3 to have the complete procedure.
- Broken, damaged or twisted key: This is the most troublesome 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 sadly have to use the duplicate or buy a new copy of the key of your Renault Espace 3. If it is damaged and you do not have a duplicate, you will have to get the code “VIN” and go to your dealership to get a copy of your key. In any other case, last option, replace the cylinder and get a new key.
- Key locked in my automatic Renault Espace 3: In this instance, you’ll only have to go through neutral to unlock your key from the cylinder.
If you have any additional questions about the Renault Espace 3, do not hesitate to consult our Renault Espace 3 category.
