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How to Unstick a Suzuki Ignis Key Suzuki's quirky, cheap little city car gets a midlife update. It's not a supercar, but it eats up the tarmac in rural and urban areas with gusto, while its clever turning circle makes driving in town easy. The new model also has smart safety and driver assistance features such as lane departure warning and a drowsiness detection alarm which is a welcome feature on long drives. Steering Lock The steering lock is an essential security feature to avoid your Ignis from being taken away while it's in drive. It's an important security measure, but it can be a pain when you need to get someplace and you're not able to unlock the wheel. There are a few easy things you can do to fix the problem. In the beginning, determine if the ignition switch is in the “on” position. If this is the case, try to turn the key in the direction you turned before the wheel was locked. It can be tricky but usually enough to unlock the wheel. If the wheel doesn't unlock You can spray a tiny amount of canned air into the ignition cylinder to help lubricate it. Wear eye protection to avoid getting the canned air in your eyes. You can also use liquid graphite for lubrication of your cylindrical. If none of these work you'll have to replace the ignition assembly. This component is easy to find at any auto parts store. Be sure to buy an exact replacement and then compare it with the old one. Remove the cover on the ignition to see the ignition assembly. Worn The steering lock could bind the ignition switch and cause the key to become stuck. This is a safety feature designed to prevent your Ignis from spinning away while the engine is running. If this occurs, you can unbind the steering wheel by manipulating it. Over time, your ignition key can wear out and become harder to turn. It might not occur as often as a malfunctioning switch, but it can happen. If this is the situation you must replace your ignition key. You should also check to see if there is something that is blocking your Ignis key from getting into the ignition cylinder. Sometimes, there may be debris or dirt that can be wedged inside and keep the key from turning in the way it is supposed to. Try some lubricant and see whether it can help. There are a myriad of types of lubricant available to purchase, so take a look around your garage or visit the local auto parts store to find one that can work. A silicon “glow-in-the-dark” key cover is a different option. These covers absorb light and release it in murky or dark conditions. They also to protect your fob or key from wear and wear and tear. They are available on many Suzuki models and can be bought on the internet or at the Suzuki dealership near you. Bent A key can become bent over time. This could cause the teeth of the key to not be able to engage with the lock cylinder in the same way and stop the key from turning the ignition. If this is the case the key will need to be replaced. It is a good idea to duplicate your spare key and keep it in a secure area. The cylinder of ignition can wear out. If the lock pins in the cylinder get stuck or stuck together, this can prevent keys from going completely into or out of the cylinder. Removing the cylinder is a solution to this problem, but it's better to do this before your key gets stuck in the ignition, to avoid further damage. If your keys from Ignis are stuck, even after you've tried the simpler fixes it could be time to grease the cylinder. suzuki spare key or liquid graphite could assist in allowing the lock pins to move more freely and free your key. This is readily available in most auto parts stores. When applying the lubricant ensure that your ignition is in park. Don't attempt to pull it out of its bind it. This could lead to more serious issues. Broken If you have tried all of the easier things to make a key unstick and it still won't budge, the last resort is to use some lubricant to get it moving. You can buy the lubricant from your local auto parts store and apply it with an abacus or a cloth to the inside of the lock cylinder. Move the key gently to spread the lubricant around and then try again. If you are able to push it forward, go ahead but don't push too hard or you could break it off inside the cylinder. It is also possible that the internal circuitry of the key can become unresponsive as time passes. This isn't as common and usually means that you'll need to get the key duplicated and replaced with a new one. The case of your Suzuki keyfob might also become damaged or worn. This is more prevalent when you use a cheaper replica keyfob with a plastic or rubber shell. Depending on the situation, The Key Crew can sometimes change the internal circuitry of your old key fob into the shell of a new case, avoiding the need to pay for an entirely new key fob. We'll let you know if this is an option for your particular situation when we call you to schedule the service.