Cause Analysis of Immobility of Automobile Lock Cylinder

July 05,2022

If the car lock cylinder doesn't rotate, there is something wrong with the lock cylinder. First, check the specific reason why the lock cylinder can't rotate. If the lock cylinder marble is astringent and the key and list are stuck, you can use a rust remover, spray it into the lock hole, and then move the key.

 

It may also be that the steering wheel is locked. This is a very common anti-theft function in cars Don't twist it hard at this time. The owner should turn the key gently with his right hand and turn the steering wheel gently with his left hand. The purpose is to align the teeth of the steering lock. If it still doesn't turn, change the spare key and try it. If both of them fail, it proves that there is a problem with the lock cylinder and the lock cylinder should be replaced.

 

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Generally, the main function of the lock cylinder is to transmit torque from the head, and then drive other parts of the lock, so that the lock can be opened and closed. Normally, after inserting the key, the button of the lock cylinder should fall and be on a plane around, so that the lock cylinder can rotate. After pulling out the key, the button pops up and the lock cylinder cannot rotate.

 

Cause analysis:

 

  1. There is an ignition switch assembly on the steering wheel surface, half of which is the lock cylinder and half of which is the bottom. If there is a problem with the base, you can only replace it. If the base is poorly lubricated, you can try to spray it with watch wax.

 

  1. The lock cylinder cannot rotate. It may be because the key is worn and the key is one size smaller than the original.

 

  1. After the key is worn to a certain extent, insert the key, and the button of the lock cylinder can not fall completely, and the surrounding is not in a plane, so the lock cylinder cannot rotate.

 

If the lock cylinder cannot rotate due to the wear of the key, you can find a professional master to enlarge the number one according to the worn key and equip it with a larger key.

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