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Key 'sticking' in ignition


WINKJ

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Hi all,

 

as of recent the key is more difficult to take out of the ignition... almost as if its 'sticky'! any ideas how to sort it? or is it as easy as a bit of WD40..

 

no sexual references required! I have been around here for long enough to see how this very innocent question could quickly go down the wrong path! :lol:

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You could put a tiny smudge of silicone grease on the key, but trouble is it will end up all over the inside of your pocket.

 

Also have you get a spare key? try that for a bit

+1.

 

I used WD40 on an old car before when I had the same problem and that worked. Sometimes it's just the tumbler inside clogged up with dirt & dust. :thumbs:

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Went on a locksmith course and was told never to use wd40 on a lock as it lets fluff and debris stick to the lock wafers/pins!

 

We use graphite powder-good stuff but messy!

Maybe that's why mine had problems in the first place. :dry:

 

Doesn't matter now as sold the car decades ago but good to know I should use graphite powder next time should I ever get the same problem. ;)

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