On this page we’re going to concentrate on a problem 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 Toyota Matrix, and what to do if you are in this position? Whether it doesn’t want to fit in the cylinder or you can’t turn it anymore, we will try to help you locate the source of this issue and give you the remedy. 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 article. In this article, we will first try to explain why the key gets stuck in your cylinder Toyota Matrix, and secondly, how to unlock the key from your Toyota Matrix.

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Why is my key locked in my Toyota Matrix?

What could have occurred to your car key being blocked in the cylinder of your Toyota Matrix? In this part we will try to teach you why your key can get stuck. There are multiple answers that can induce the key to your car to get locked.

  • Some dirt gathered on it, which may provoke the key to get stuck in the cylinder’s sprocket system. It can sometimes 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 Toyota Matrix.
  • A steering wheel locker activated, which will prevent your key from turning and thus start your Toyota Matrix.
  • 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 Toyota Matrix, so be sure you examine all these factors to know what issue you are working on.

How to unlock the key of my Toyota Matrix

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Finally, let’s move on to the remedy part that will let you to unlock the key of your Toyota Matrix. Now that you’ve been able to evaluate the explanation why your key is blocked, we’ll see what solutions are available to you to remedy this issue. We will take up the different problems and give you the corresponding solutions:

  • Dirt blocking the key to your Toyota Matrix: If you key is stuck in the cylinder, use a wrench remover and move the key (without too much strength) in different directions to try to unlock it. If it doesn’t want to go in anymore, make certain to examine it cautiously 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 Toyota Matrix doesn’t turn anymore and my steering wheel is locked: In this case, it’s your anti-theft system that is turned on, you will have to all at once turn your steering wheel and your key to unlock it, read this full tutorial on the steering wheel locked on Toyota Matrix to have the complete process.
  • Broken, damaged or twisted key: This is the most irritating 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 sadly have to use the duplicate or buy a new copy of the key of your Toyota Matrix. 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 obtain a copy of your key. Otherwise, last remedy, replace the cylinder and get a new key.
  • Key locked in my automatic Toyota Matrix: In this case, you’ll only have to go through neutral to unlock your key from the cylinder.

If you wish more tutorials on the Toyota Matrix, go to our Toyota Matrix category.