On this article we’re going to deal with an issue that could appear to be trivial to most of you, but has happened to a lot of car owners! In truth, we are going to talk about the of a key locked on you volvo v90, and what you can do if you are in this situation? Whether it doesn’t want to suit 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 remedy. 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 disconcerting. Before you think about buying a new key or having it rebuilt, go through this guideline. In this article content, we will first try to show you why the key gets stuck in your cylinder volvo v90, and secondly, how to unlock the key from your volvo v90.

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Why is my key locked in my volvo v90?

What could have happened to your car key being blocked in the cylinder of your volvo v90? In this section we will try to explain why your key can get stuck. There are many reasons that can induce the key to your car to get locked.

  • Some dirt gathered on it, which may cause 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 matching the impression in the barrel of your volvo v90.
  • A steering wheel locker activated, which will prevent your key from turning and thus start your volvo v90.
  • At last, 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 effectively in the barrel.

All these causes can cause an external or internal blocking of the key of your volvo v90, so make sure to verify all these factors to know what issue you are standing in front of.

How to unlock the key of my volvo v90

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To finish , let’s go forward to the remedy part that will allow you to unlock the key of your volvo v90. 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 concerns and give you the corresponding solutions:

  • Dirt blocking the key to your volvo v90: If you key is stuck in the cylinder, use a wrench remover and move the key (without too much force) in different directions to try to unlock it. If it doesn’t want to go in anymore, ensure that to inspect 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 volvo v90 doesn’t turn anymore and my steering wheel is locked: In such a case, it’s your anti-theft device that is turned on, you will have to at the same time turn your steering wheel and your key to unlock it, read this complete article on the steering wheel locked on volvo v90 to have the complete process.
  • Broken, damaged or twisted key: This is the most annoying 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 volvo v90. 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 receive a copy of your key. In any other case, last option, change the cylinder and get a new key.
  • Key locked in my automatic volvo v90: In cases like this, you’ll only have to go through neutral to unlock your key from the cylinder.

If perhaps you have any further questions about the volvo v90, do not hesitate to consult our volvo v90 category.