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What Are Some Tips for When the Key Won't Come Out?

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MiaRose
07/25/2025, 09:12:01 AM

Tips for when the key won't come out: 1. While gently turning the key with your right hand, wiggle the steering wheel left and right with your left hand, and the key should turn; 2. Check if there are any obstructions in the gear slot. If so, remove them, then start the car, shift the gear again to ensure it's fully back in position, and the key should come out. Reasons why the key won't come out: 1. The key can't be turned after insertion because the steering wheel wasn't returned to its proper position during the last parking, causing abnormal locking of the steering wheel; 2. The key can't be removed after turning off the engine because the automatic transmission isn't fully in the P (Park) position, failing to trigger the electronic sensor, or there are objects like coins in the gear slot blocking it from returning to position.

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