On this article we’re going to deal with a problem that could look superficial to most of you, but has happened to a lot of car owners! In truth, we are going to focus on the of a key locked on you Renault Master 3, and what you can do if you are in this position? Whether it doesn’t want to fit in the cylinder or you can’t turn it any longer, we will try to help you uncover the origin of this issue and give you the solution. It may seem obvious, but when you don’t know all the cars in greater detail, being faced with a locked key can be disconcerting. Before you think about buying a new key or having it rebuilt, go through this guideline. In this article content, we will first of all try to describe why the key gets stuck in your cylinder Renault Master 3, and secondly, how to unlock the key from your Renault Master 3.
Why is my key locked in my Renault Master 3?
What could have happened to your car key being blocked in the cylinder of your Renault Master 3? In this part we will try to show you why your key can get stuck. There are many explanations that can bring about the key to your car to get locked.
- Some dirt gathered 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 coordinating the impression in the barrel of your Renault Master 3.
- A steering wheel locker activated, which will prevent your key from turning and thus start your Renault Master 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 Master 3, so make sure to check all these points to know what issue you are struggling with.
How to unlock the key of my Renault Master 3
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Finally, let’s proceed to the remedy part that will let you to unlock the key of your Renault Master 3. Now that you’ve been able to determine the cause why your key is blocked, we’ll see what solutions are available to you to solve this issue. We will take up the different problems and give you the corresponding solutions:
- Dirt blocking the key to your Renault Master 3: 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 that to check 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 Master 3 doesn’t turn any longer and my steering wheel is locked: In cases like this, it’s your anti-theft device that is activated, you will have to simultaneously turn your steering wheel and your key to unlock it, browse this complete guide on the steering wheel locked on Renault Master 3 to have the complete process.
- 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 regrettably have to use the duplicate or buy a new copy of the key of your Renault Master 3. 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 solution, replace the cylinder and get a new key.
- Key locked in my automatic Renault Master 3: In cases like this, you’ll only have to go through neutral to unlock your key from the cylinder.
If you wish more guides on the Renault Master 3, go to our Renault Master 3 category.
