What should I do if my Kia Optima wont turn?
I will try graphite or WD-40 in the ignition. 11 people found this helpful. Hold the brake in then take your right hand and pull the gear shift knob close to Park “P” until you hear a click, then take your left hand and push the key in and turn left. The key will come out. 32 people found this helpful.
What to do if your ignition key won’t turn?
This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Sometimes the ignition key won’t turn or rotate. If that happens the vehicle won’t start, the steering wheel won’t turn and it won’t shift into gear. On a late 90’s or early 2000 GM vehicle this is the way to get it apart so you can replace the tumbler. Loading…
When to use manumatic key on Kia Optima?
Never use the manumatic when possible otherwise only when going real slow or nearly the same speed as the RPM is possible for the smoothest shift for say ice or steep down hill. Burning rubber just once from the dirt side road to the cement is probably what did it the most.
What causes a car key to not turn over?
This can trap a piece of the key inside the cylinder, causing more damage. Also known as a key cylinder, the ignition lock cylinder is another area that could be causing issues with a key turning over. Below are the two most common problems associated with the ignition lock cylinder and the key not turning.
What are common reasons my Kia Optima key wont turn?
What are common reasons my Kia Optima key won’t turn? While there are a variety of reasons your Kia Optima key won’t turn, the most common 3 are a binding steering column/lock, an ignition switch issue, or a problem with the ignition key. See what others are asking about their Kia Optima.
How do you turn the ignition on a Kia Optima?
15 people found this helpful. Hold the brake in then take your right hand and pull the gear shift knob close to Park “P” until you hear a click, then take your left hand and push the key in and turn left. The key will come out. 36 people found this helpful.
Why does my car key not turn in?
A very common reason a car key won’t turn in the ignition is that the keyway of the ignition cylinder is a little jammed up. Just lubricating the lock may be enough to solve your issue.
Is there a warranty on a Kia Optima?
Hopefully you are still under warranty. Otherwise you will have to pay for the repair yourself. (Ignition switch/steering lock malfunctions are not covered by the Kia 10-year drive train warranty.) You should attempt to negotiate a low repair cost with your dealer by raising Hell with them.
What to do if your keys are locked in the trunk?
Break into any modern car, and the alarm will go off; often shutting down the electrics responsible for the trunk release. The technician will need a series of tools to break into the trunk, including a snake camera. When the technician arrives, remind him or her again of the situation. When mine arrived I assumed he knew what was going on.
Where are the spare keys in the car?
You may want to have a spare key placed inside the car, hidden from view. This will be easily accessible once a locksmith has got you into the car, and you can turn off the alarm and open the trunk again. Another option is to have a spare key hidden inside a magnetic strongbox somewhere under the car. This has a few downsides.
Break into any modern car, and the alarm will go off; often shutting down the electrics responsible for the trunk release. The technician will need a series of tools to break into the trunk, including a snake camera. When the technician arrives, remind him or her again of the situation. When mine arrived I assumed he knew what was going on.
You may want to have a spare key placed inside the car, hidden from view. This will be easily accessible once a locksmith has got you into the car, and you can turn off the alarm and open the trunk again. Another option is to have a spare key hidden inside a magnetic strongbox somewhere under the car. This has a few downsides.
Can a locksmith get into the trunk of a car?
A regular locksmith may be able to get into your car, but the trunk is a whole different animal. It is designed to be a safe; impossible for thieves to get into, and therefore, you as you try to break into your own car. Here’s what you need to know. Use your smartphone (hopefully you have one) to search for auto locksmiths in the area.
Hopefully you are still under warranty. Otherwise you will have to pay for the repair yourself. (Ignition switch/steering lock malfunctions are not covered by the Kia 10-year drive train warranty.) You should attempt to negotiate a low repair cost with your dealer by raising Hell with them.
What does it mean when Kia Optima won’t start?
The first and most common is when it won’t turn over. This just means that the engine doesn’t move when you turn the key. The second way that your Optima won’t start is when the engine turns when you engage the starter, but it won’t fire and run on its own.
How do you turn the key in a Kia Optima?
Hold the brake in then take your right hand and pull the gear shift knob close to Park “P” until you hear a click, then take your left hand and push the key in and turn left. The key will come out. 36 people found this helpful.
What should I do if my Kia Forte won’t start?
In a situation like yours, when it doesn’t turn over on the first push, I’d immediately stop trying, pull the starter relay, and jump it to see if the starter spins. If the starter always spins following a few failed start attempts, that would tend to rule it out as the problem, and I’d continue the diagnosis from there.
What should security light be on Kia Optima?
If ur security light is not on, check battery voltage, shiuld be minimum 12.4. Check battery cables for corrosion and to make sure they’re tight 29 people found this helpful.