Is there a way to make a bad key work?
Is there a way to make a bad key work?
This will yield a key that will sort of work if you are used to using bad key copies but will confound people who are used to keys that work properly. The way to make such a key work is to pull the key out slightly as you apply rotational force to the key.
What causes a key to get stuck in a lock?
Another problem that sometimes occurs that is usually in the households of old men with a can of graphite: the pins in the lock will get stuck above the key. The graphite will form a sticky paste that will overcome the power of the springs above the pins.
What makes a copy of a lock not work?
Years of use in the lock causes wear in an original key, possibly causing it to not be able to be copied correctly. If this is the case then an original key will have to be made. Note that it’s generally the flat parts, not the pointed corners, that operate the lock, so a key with some wear may still copy correctly. Is it a copy of a copy?
How often should I get my locks re-keyed?
Always remember to get your locks re-keyed (and possibly replaced) every couple of years. If your original doesn’t work, the copy won’t work. The better the original key, the better the copy. At some point, the only certain way to know that a copy will work is to try it in the lock.
What to do if your pin tumbler lock is not working?
If this is the case, then the best recourse is to go back to the locksmith from whom you duplicated or bought the pin tumbler lock set and replace the key. If the key does work, but is having a bit of a problem turning, inject some silicon spray or graphite powder into the lock mechanism keyway to lubricate it.
Another problem that sometimes occurs that is usually in the households of old men with a can of graphite: the pins in the lock will get stuck above the key. The graphite will form a sticky paste that will overcome the power of the springs above the pins.
This will yield a key that will sort of work if you are used to using bad key copies but will confound people who are used to keys that work properly. The way to make such a key work is to pull the key out slightly as you apply rotational force to the key.
Why does my door lock turn but not open?
The key may be worn or damaged so it will not work in the cylinder. Just check to see if a different key will work, or if the thumbturn (if one exists) actuates the bolt. The lock cylinder may be broken so that you cannot use your key or anything else to move your door lock into the locked position.
Is there a way to make a factory cut key work?
New locks come with factory cut keys and they usually work very smoothly. Simply insert the key into the lock and turn, and voila! The door is unlocked. Unfortunately this is not everybody’s experience. That is because, contrary to popular belief, reproducing keys is an analog process.
What to do if your house key won’t turn in?
If lubricating the lock did not work and you suspect there is an obstruction, you should call a locksmith. Trying to remove it yourself without the right tools when you can’t see what you are doing could damage the lock.
What to do if your MS Office key is not valid?
Click Start, then click on Control Panel. Double click Programs and Features (or Add / Remove Programs), then locate MS Office in the list. Once you find it, double click it. The MS Office installation wizard should now appear. Choose the option to Repair MS Office.
What to do when your product key does not work?
Click on the OK button or press Enter on the keyboard. Click Yes in the User Account Control window to allow Windows Activation. Type or copy & paste your product key in the Enter a product key window. Click on the Next button to continue.
Can a car key come out if the car is in Park?
The gear of the transmission must always be set to “Park” before attempting to remove a car key from the ignition. In an automatic transmission, if the gear is set to drive, neutral, or any other available gear, then the key will not come out.
Why are the function keys on my keyboard not working?
Function keys not working. If the function keys are not working, the problem may be that you have a function lock or F-Lock key that needs to be toggled. The F-Lock key is used to turn on or off the F keys (F1 through F12) or secondary functions of the F keys. Tip. Some keyboards may label the F-Lock key as the Fn key.
What does it mean when the key won’t come out?
What I mean is you can change the gears without pushing the button on the side of the gear shifter so I didn’t know if this may be the problem since the key won’t cut off or come out if the car is not in park. My car has 999999 miles. My car has an automatic transmission. It is either the ignition switch electrical or the ignition lock cylinder.
