Why Can't the Audi Car Key Be Pulled Out?
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The reason why the Audi car key cannot be pulled out after turning off the engine is that the gear is not fully returned to the P position. Although it may appear to be in place, it has not actually touched the electronic sensor, or there may be obstacles such as coins in the gear slot preventing it from returning to position. Below is an introduction to the P gear: 1. Principle: Mechanically locks the output shaft of the transmission to secure the car and prevent movement. 2. Parking sequence: After the car comes to a complete stop on a level surface, shift the gear from D to P, engage the parking brake to complete parking, and then turn off the engine.
I find it quite common for Audi car keys to get stuck and not come out, usually because the gear shift lever hasn't fully returned to the P position. Audi designs with an interlock system to prevent misoperation. After parking, try gently turning the steering wheel to unlock the locked state, as the steering wheel not being aligned can jam the key. It could also be due to low battery power in the key causing signal transmission failure—keeping a spare new battery to replace it will solve the problem. Once at a highway service area, I was sweating in a panic, only to find out the gear wasn't properly engaged. Develop a habit: always ensure it's in P gear before turning off the engine to avoid this. Also, environmental interference like electromagnetic devices can disrupt the signal—try moving away from electronic products before operating. Audi's design is quite safe in this regard but occasionally annoying.
