Can I spray wd40 in my ignition switch?
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before you start running any kind of lube through the switch, and WD40 is fine, take good look at the key first as it may be worn out. Just use a dry lubricant. Some of these come as a spray can and include a small tube (just like WD-40).
Then, how do you lubricate an ignition switch?
How to Lubricate an Ignition Key Lock
- Soak your key in water to clean the key off.
- Spray the key with a lubricant like WD-40, and be sure the entire key is covered with a light coat.
- Spray the lock cylinder with the lubricant.
- Insert the key into the lock and turn it in both directions to spread the lubricant over the cylinder.
Beside this, what would cause a car key not to turn in the ignition?
The most common reason that a car key will not turn is that the steering wheel has locked. Pull the steering wheel in the direction that has give, and hold it there. Turn the key toward the accessory position while keeping the steering wheel turned. If nothing happens, rock the steering wheel as you turn the key.
The new lock cylinder does come with new keys but you would have to use the original key to open the doors or have all of the lock cylinders on the doors and trunk match the new ignition lock cylinder.