Can a spare key cause car not to start?
If you are sure that that spare key has worked in the ignition before then it should work now. Though some keys will lose programming if they sit for long periods of time. You may have to have the key reprogrammed by a capable locksmith or a Ford dealership.
Why won’t my key open my car?
If your car key is not working when you attempt to unlock your car, there is a possibility that the lock itself is damaged. If you use a working key fob to open a door, but the key will not open that same door, there is a good chance that the problem lies with the lock cylinder.
Why does my car key not turn in the door lock?
The car key goes into the door lock, but it won’t turn. What’s wrong and how can I fix it? I can put the key in the lock on the driver’s side, but it won’t turn to unlock the lock. The lock on the passenger side works fine.
What happens if you use your car key to unlock your car?
Car door locks work in conjunction with keys, which means that if you are constantly using your car key to physically unlock your car door, the internal mechanism of the lock will wear down over time. This is not the only way that your car door locks can be damaged.
What to do if your car key won’t start?
However, before you assume that there is a problem with the car’s engine or even the starter, you might consider that the key you use to start your car could be at fault.
Where is the key for unlocking the car door?
Vehicles have a physical key for locking and unlocking the door. If you close and open your car door with the smart fob, this key is likely to be hidden inside the fob. There should be a release button or catch in the remote, pressing which will pop out the spare key. But some vehicles may not have a visible keyhole. Don’t worry.
How to fix a car key button that won’t unlock the door?
How to fix a car key button that won’t lock and unlock the door. – YouTube How to fix a car key button that won’t lock and unlock the door. If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device.
What does it mean when your car door won’t lock?
“Let’s see what we can do that hasn’t been done before”. That’s pretty cool. I have discovered that the key lock in the driver’s door will not lock or unlock the door (s). It turns, but nothing happens. The fob works fine, so it took a while for me to find this fault.
Why does my car key not start the car?
Your car security may be responsible for this. This is because the key has an inbuilt transponder that communicates with the car engine and confirms that the correct key is being used before the engine will start. This ensures that only manufacturer pre-approved keys can start your car.
What to do if your car lock won’t work?
They would have to be diagnosed with a voltage meter as the issue is occurring to know for sure what is going on. As for the door lock, most of the time the lock arm gets caught in the door panel and this occurs. In some cases the panel will need to be removed and trimmed to fix this.