Why Can't the Volkswagen Sagitar Car Key Be Pulled Out?

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LilahFitz
07/29/25 12:52pm
Volkswagen Sagitar car key cannot be pulled out for the following reasons: The P gear is not truly engaged: In an automatic transmission, the P gear may appear to be engaged but hasn't actually triggered the electronic sensor. Obstruction by foreign objects: There might be coins or other items blocking the gear slot, preventing proper engagement. The owner should check for any obstructions in the gear slot and remove them; then start the car, shift gears again to ensure full engagement, and the key can be pulled out. Steering wheel not returned to position: If the steering wheel isn't returned to its original position when parking, it may cause abnormal locking. In such cases, while gently turning the key with the right hand, wiggle the steering wheel left and right with the left hand to release the key.
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DeDerek
08/14/25 1:37am
The Volkswagen Sagitar key won't come out? This is a pretty common issue. It might be that you forgot to shift the gear lever to the P position, and the car system thinks it's still in driving mode. Or the steering wheel might be locked; try gently turning the steering wheel while pulling out the key. If there's dust or debris stuck in the keyhole itself, that could also cause this problem—check if the key is clean and undamaged. Long-term neglect could lead to wear in the steering lock system. I remember a friend's Sagitar had the same issue once, and it turned out the gear wasn't fully in P—a simple adjustment fixed it. Make it a habit when parking to confirm the gear is in P and the steering wheel is straight to avoid issues after rushing out. If the key battery is too weak, it could affect the signal, but that's rare; most cases are mechanical issues, so just take it to a proper repair shop for a check.
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