Key not turning prob

solidsponge · Post by **solidsponge** » Sat Sep 16, 2006 4:17 pm

Just filled up to a full tank, got back into car, the key wouldnt turn. Took it out tried it other way etc. Nothing. So i thought maybe its because I havent put the petrol cap on. So i got out clicked the cap again and the key went in and it started. However my dad says the petrol cap and closer wont have any electrics etc on it so that was just coincidence. So Ive no idea what was wrong with it. First time its done it. Happened to anyone else?

toXXin · Post by **toXXin** » Sat Sep 16, 2006 5:22 pm

Sounds like you're running a copied key to me.

Have you tried pulling the key out slightly, or wobbling it about in the barrel?

Biddle · Post by **Biddle** » Sat Sep 16, 2006 6:25 pm

Sorry what you mean the plug thingy or the petrol flap? Because I know on mine it does have an electric locking mechanism. Is like a metal spike. I only know because I catch my hand on it everytime i fill up. It may be that, or I may have missed the point altogether

phat6n16v · Post by **phat6n16v** » Sun Sep 17, 2006 3:40 pm

sound more like the barrel is stick? is it stiff to turn now? if so try puting some wd40 down it as that'll help, if not possible that the steering lock wasn't in line to be relest if it happens again try moving the steering wheel and turning the key.
hope this helps

solidsponge · Post by **solidsponge** » Sat Sep 23, 2006 10:25 pm

sorry took so long to reply, its not done it since, might be the steering lock too, really not sure, hope its just not serious, doesnt seem so.