What are the reasons why the Lavida car key cannot be turned?
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The reasons why the Lavida car key cannot be turned are as follows: 1. The Volkswagen Lavida key cannot be turned due to the steering wheel lock function. When encountering this situation, gently turn the steering wheel left and right with your left hand while turning the key with your right hand, paying attention to coordinating both hands together. 2. After the car is turned off, a "click" sound will be heard when gently turning the steering wheel, indicating that the steering wheel is locked. 3. Use the above method to unlock it. The steering wheel lock situation is as follows: 1. After removing the car key, if you turn the steering wheel left or right, the steering wheel self-lock function will be activated, causing the steering lock pin and steering column to engage together, making the steering wheel immovable. Even if you insert the key and try to turn it forcefully, it won't move. 2. Another phenomenon is that the key cannot be removed after the engine is turned off, which often occurs in automatic transmission models. If the automatic transmission is not fully returned to the P position, the solution is to check if there are any foreign objects in the gear slot or restart the car, shift the gear to confirm it has returned to position, then the key can be removed.
I just bought a Lavida not long ago and encountered a situation where the key wouldn't turn—most likely the steering wheel was locked. This happens when the steering wheel isn't straightened when parking, causing it to jam the ignition lock. You need to gently wiggle the steering wheel left and right while turning the key, and it should usually unlock. If that doesn’t work, there might be foreign objects, wear and tear, or excessive dust buildup inside the ignition lock cylinder. I also recommend checking if the key is bent or dirty—try cleaning it with a soft cloth. The Lavida’s lock cylinder design is quite tight, so it’s best to develop the habit of straightening the steering wheel when parking. If the key still won’t turn, don’t force it to avoid damaging more parts—it’s safer to take it to a repair shop for inspection. I remember other car owners have faced similar issues, so regular maintenance with some lubricant can help prevent this.
