What to do if your GMC Canyon ignition key goes bad?
If you have a key that’s in better shape, you’d want to use that one to make a duplicate. If you have no key to duplicate, many manufacturers can use the VIN number to cut you a brand new OEM key. Just be prepared to prove ownership to GMC in some way. The Canyon’s ignition lock cylinder itself can go bad over time.
Can you remove the ignition key on a GMC Acadia?
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Is there an issue with my GMC Canyon?
Have had the same issue occur on my 2016 Canyon all terrain for about a month and a half now. It didn’t happen very much at first but then became very frequent in the last few weeks. Dropped it off at the dealership now and waiting to hear back from them today or tomorrow.
Why is my ignition key not turning on?
Shops report that the yellow wire going to the micro switch is breaking and that’s prevent the lock cylinder control actuator from powering up (see diagram). You’ll have to open the console and check the wire and possibly jumper power to the ignition lock cylinder control actuator to see if that solves the problem.
If you have a key that’s in better shape, you’d want to use that one to make a duplicate. If you have no key to duplicate, many manufacturers can use the VIN number to cut you a brand new OEM key. Just be prepared to prove ownership to GMC in some way. The Canyon’s ignition lock cylinder itself can go bad over time.
Have had the same issue occur on my 2016 Canyon all terrain for about a month and a half now. It didn’t happen very much at first but then became very frequent in the last few weeks. Dropped it off at the dealership now and waiting to hear back from them today or tomorrow.
What kind of car will not release the ignition key?
Then there’s the Pontiac Wave that won’t release the key unless you hold the shift knob all the way into the corner of P with your hand while you awkwardly take out the key with your other hand. Then there’s the ’18 Silverado that I drove for a week as a courtesy rental that started to hold onto my key and not let go.
Do you need to get a new key for your Canyon?
This is particularly true on hills. Manipulating your Canyon’s steering wheel can unbind the key. Bent – Over time and repeated use, a key can bend. If this is the case, you’ll need to get a new one. This issue often happens with cheap duplicated keys. If you do massage the key out, go ahead and throw it away. Take the good key and duplicate it.