Today we’re going to concentrate on an issue that could seem superficial to most of you, but has happened to a lot of drivers! Actually, we are going to deal with the of a key locked on you Renault Laguna 3, and how to proceed if we find ourselves 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 issue and give you the remedy. It may seem logical, but when you don’t know all the cars in depth, being faced with 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, we will first try to demonstrate why the key gets stuck in your cylinder Renault Laguna 3, and secondly, how to unlock the key from your Renault Laguna 3.
Why is my key locked in my Renault Laguna 3?
What could have occurred to your car key being blocked in the cylinder of your Renault Laguna 3? In this part we will try to explain why your key can get stuck. There are several explanations that can cause 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 either 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 coordinating the impression in the barrel of your Renault Laguna 3.
- A steering wheel locker activated, which will prevent your key from turning and thus start your Renault Laguna 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 reasons can cause an external or internal blocking of the key of your Renault Laguna 3, so make sure to examine all these key points to know what issue you are facing.
How to unlock the key of my Renault Laguna 3
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Finally, let’s move on to the solution part that will let you to unlock the key of your Renault Laguna 3. Now that you’ve been able to analyze the cause why your key is blocked, we’ll see what possibilities are available to you to cure this issue. We will take up the different trouble and give you the corresponding answers:
- Dirt blocking the key to your Renault Laguna 3: 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, be certain 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 Renault Laguna 3 doesn’t turn any longer and my steering wheel is locked: In this case, it’s your anti-theft device that is activated, you will have to simultaneously turn your steering wheel and your key to unlock it, go through this full guide on the steering wheel locked on Renault Laguna 3 to have the complete treatment.
- Broken, damaged or twisted key: This is the most bothersome circumstance, if it is only twisted, you can try to straighten it on a flat surface with a sledgehammer, if it is harmed you will sadly have to use the duplicate or buy a new copy of the key of your Renault Laguna 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 obtain a copy of your key. Otherwise, last answer, change the cylinder and get a new key.
- Key locked in my automatic Renault Laguna 3: In cases like this, you’ll only have to go through neutral to unlock your key from the cylinder.
Whenever you have any further questions about the Renault Laguna 3, do not hesitate to consult our Renault Laguna 3 category.
