On this article we’re going to focus on a problem that could look unimportant to most of you, but has happened to a lot of drivers! Indeed, we are going to talk about the of a key locked on you Skoda Karoq, and how to proceed 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 find the source of this problem and give you the solution. It may seem logical, but when you don’t know all the cars in depth, being confronted with a locked key can be disturbing. Before you think about buying a new key or having it remanufactured, read this guide. In this content page, we will first try to demonstrate why the key gets stuck in your cylinder Skoda Karoq, and secondly, how to unlock the key from your Skoda Karoq.

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Why is my key locked in my Skoda Karoq?

What could have occurred to your car key being blocked in the cylinder of your Skoda Karoq? In this section we will try to teach you why your key can get stuck. There are several reasons that can induce the key to your car to get locked.

  • Some dirt accumulated on it, which may provoke the key to get stuck in the cylinder’s sprocket system. 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 Skoda Karoq.
  • A steering wheel locker activated, which will prevent your key from turning and thus start your Skoda Karoq.
  • Finally, 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 properly in the barrel.

All these explanations can cause an external or internal blocking of the key of your Skoda Karoq, so be sure you verify all these factors to know what problem you are struggling with.

How to unlock the key of my Skoda Karoq

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Finally, let’s proceed to the practical section that will allow you to unlock the key of your Skoda Karoq. Now that you’ve managed to analyze the cause why your key is blocked, we’ll see what answers are available to you to cure this problem. We will take up the different problems and give you the corresponding answers:

  • Dirt blocking the key to your Skoda Karoq: 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 sure to check 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 Skoda Karoq doesn’t turn any longer and my steering wheel is locked: In this case, it’s your anti-theft system that is turned on, you will have to at the same time turn your steering wheel and your key to unlock it, browse this complete tutorial on the steering wheel locked on Skoda Karoq to have the complete treatment.
  • Broken, damaged or twisted key: This is the most annoying case, if it is only twisted, you can try to straighten it on a flat surface with a sledgehammer, if it is harmed you will regrettably have to use the duplicate or buy a new copy of the key of your Skoda Karoq. 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. In any other case, last remedy, replace the cylinder and get a new key.
  • Key locked in my automatic Skoda Karoq: In cases like this, you’ll only have to go through neutral to unlock your key from the cylinder.

If you wish more tutorials on the Skoda Karoq, go to our Skoda Karoq category.