Common car key problems

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Common car key problems. As a Car Locksmith West Palm Beach we receive a ton of calls pertaining to car keys. With all the different types of keys comes different problems that they may have. Naturally with all the different problems that may occur with your car key come the many solutions in order to fix them. Below are some of the common problems that may occur with your vehicle key.

The most common car key problem our locksmith west palm beach office receives calls for is the key being stuck in the ignition or not being able to turn. There are several reasons that may be causing this issue. The first and most obvious reason is because of wear and tear. Over time just like anything else our keys become old and may wear out. The cuts or grooves in the key become distorted making it hard to insert into the ignition and even harder to turn once in the ignition. If this is the case a car locksmith is able to cut a new key reading the cuts from your car or ordering the key code to your specific vehicle. Just like your key is able to become old and worn out so is your actual ignition. If your are having a hard time turning your key it may be because the wafers in your ignition are worn or out of place. It could also mean that dirt or debris have worked there way into your ignition. A car locksmith is able to diagnose your issue and advise of a solution.

The second most common car key issue we run into is a simple one. The newer model car keys are electronic and therefore need batteries. The issue you may be having might be as simple as needing a battery change. Although we hope the solution to all our car key problems could be that easy sometimes they aren’t. If your car key isn’t getting a signal from your vehicle it may need to be reprogrammed or replaced.

Just because these are the most common car key problems doesn’t necessarily mean it can’t and won’t be something totally different. There are many solutions to the different types of car key problems you may be experiencing. For this reason, it is always a good idea to call a locksmith as opposed to trying to rectify the issue yourself. This could save you time and money in the long run. A Lenny Locksmith is always here to help with your car key problems. We are ready to take your call 24 hours a day 7 days a week.  Check out our google map and website.