On this page we’re going to concentrate on a problem that may appear to be superficial to most of you, but has happened to a lot of drivers! In actual fact, we are going to talk about the of a key locked on you Tesla Model 3, and what you can do if we find ourselves 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 find the cause of this issue and give you the solution. It may seem logical, but when you don’t know all the cars in greater detail, being in face of a locked key can be disturbing. Before you think about buying a new key or having it remanufactured, read this instruction. In this article content, we will first try to describe why the key gets stuck in your cylinder Tesla Model 3, and secondly, how to unlock the key from your Tesla Model 3.
Why is my key locked in my Tesla Model 3?
What could have occurred to your car key being blocked in the cylinder of your Tesla Model 3? In this part we will try to explain why your key can get stuck. There are some reasons that can bring about the key to your car to get locked.
- Some dirt accumulated 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 cleanly, 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 Tesla Model 3.
- A steering wheel locker activated, which will prevent your key from turning and thus start your Tesla Model 3.
- At last, 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 elements can cause an external or internal blocking of the key of your Tesla Model 3, so remember to examine all these aspects to know what issue you are standing in front of.
How to unlock the key of my Tesla Model 3
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Finally, let’s proceed to the solution section that will let you to unlock the key of your Tesla Model 3. Now that you’ve managed to evaluate the motive why your key is blocked, we’ll see what solutions are available to you to cure this issue. We will take up the different concerns and give you the corresponding solutions:
- Dirt blocking the key to your Tesla Model 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 anymore, be certain to check 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 Tesla Model 3 doesn’t turn anymore and my steering wheel is locked: In cases like this, it’s your anti-theft device that is activated, you will have to all in one go turn your steering wheel and your key to unlock it, browse this full tutorial on the steering wheel locked on Tesla Model 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 broken you will sadly have to use the duplicate or buy a new copy of the key of your Tesla Model 3. If it is damaged and you do not have a duplicate, you will have to get the code “VIN” and go to your car dealership to receive a copy of your key. Otherwise, last solution, replace the cylinder and get a new key.
- Key locked in my automatic Tesla Model 3: In this case, you’ll only have to go through neutral to unlock your key from the cylinder.
If you want more tutorials on the Tesla Model 3, go to our Tesla Model 3 category.
