When your car keys suddenly stop working whilst making an important stop somewhere, it is very easy to panic, and lose hope. At CC Auto Locksmiths, we have dealt with a multitude of enquiries where customers’ keys have stopped working, with it being such a common issue.
We aim to guide our customers to the best of our ability to figure out what is wrong with their car keys and how they can solve them while remaining calm.
Why are the car keys not working?
1. Damaged car lock
It is possible that your car key is completely fine, and the real issue is with the car lock. The lock itself might be damaged or blocked by debris or dirt. Check if any part of the lock is broken by inserting your key inside, as something could be wrong with the lock assembling. If it is just blocked by dirt, then clearing it out will make the keys work.
2. Damaged or bent key
One of the most common reasons we see for keys failing to work is a physical issue with the key, such as a bent or damaged key. It is important to remember that you won’t always be able to see the physical damage of a key because the grooves inside could be worn out.
3. Issues with the ignition
Another reason why your car key may be giving you trouble can be due to the ignition cylinder. The cylinder could be suffering from wear and tear, meaning it would have to be fixed. We at CC Auto Locksmiths provide expert advice on whether your ignition cylinder is faulty or not or if it has to be completely replaced.
4. Worn out key fob batteries
A battery wearing out in a key fob or a remote is a common issue that many people come across. If you notice that your car is not responding to the commands sent by the key fob, it means the issue comes from the key fob itself. This problem has an easy solution; all you have is to replace the batteries, and then it will start working smoothly again.
CC Auto Locksmiths
If you have tried and tested out all the methods that are mentioned above and they are still not working out, then we are here for you. We at CC Auto Locksmiths are professionals that have been dealing with locks and repairs for 20 years, swiftly and effectively. Our expertise is not only restricted to locks – we also deal with keys whether they are bent, damaged, or need to be replaced.
We operate 24/7 and are just a call away, so do not hesitate to call us up even if you are stranded on a road or highway in the middle of a night.