VW Stuck ignition key
Recently at Auto Studio, a Volkswagen was brought in after the customer was unable to turn the ignition key.
Symptoms:
- Stuck ignition key
What can cause a car to have a stuck ignition key?
There are various reasons why you may experience a stuck ignition key. Such as a damaged key or a faulty lock carrier or ignition barrel.
How to fix a car with a stuck ignition key?
This is a common issue with Volkswagen Golfs and Jetta’s. The solution to this is to replace the lock carrier and at times the ignition barrel.
(Figure 1) shows what’s involved in getting to the lock cylinder.
Figure 1
