Do you have to have an ignition interlock in your car?
Some provinces, such as Ontario and Quebec, require any person convicted of drunk driving or refusing to provide a breath sample, to install an ignition interlock device into any vehicle he or she owns or operates, for a specified period of time (or for life), depending on the number of prior drunk driving offenses.
Is it OK to leave your motorcycle key in the ignition?
You should never leave your motorcycle key in the ignition even if it’s locked away in your garage. That’ll leave you with a lost motorcycle as well. Having multiple keys is a great way to prevent yourself from getting into situations with no motorcycle key at all.
Who are the largest ignition interlock device providers?
Devices are shipped directly to the qualifying service center and are never handled by the customer. The largest ignition interlock device providers are SkyFineUSA, Draeger, Smart Start, Guardian, Intoxalock, and LifeSafer.
What kind of alcohol is in an ignition interlock device?
Alcohol, as defined here, includes isopropanol, sorbitol, menthol, methanol, and a host of other types of alcohols, in addition to ethanol (consumed liquor). The devices keep a record of the activity on the device and the interlocked vehicle’s electrical system.
How often should you insert and remove the ignition key?
You may insert and remove the ignition key thousands of times every year, wearing the key and tumblers ever-so-slightly every time. Heavy keychains can add more stress to the ignition cylinder, increasing wear. After a while, the key may fall out of the cylinder or be unable to turn out of the lock position.
Can a unworn key turn an ignition cylinder?
Or, an unworn key may not turn a worn ignition cylinder, as they haven’t “worn together.” How To Fix It: The best way to do this is to get a new lockset, with new keys and a new cylinder. You might consider getting a matched lockset that includes the door and trunk cylinders.
What does it mean when your car key is stuck in the ignition?
A key stuck in an ignition may be a sign that something is wrong with the key or the cylinder. Your ignition is too indispensable to risk it being damaged, so it is always advisable to have the experienced hands of an automotive locksmith. When a key is stuck in the ignition, it is not just about getting the key out.
What to do if your ignition cylinder is worn out?
How To Fix It: Fortunately, this is an easy fix. Just turn the wheel back and forth until the ignition cylinder is freed. It’s a fact of life that mechanical things tend to wear out, and the same goes for mechanical keys and key cylinders used in your car’s ignition system.