When to call a locksmith.
Sonata key wont turn door lock.
The lock cylinder will slide in/out with little fuss.
How to free a stuck lock.
Even if it is in park, push the shifter up higher toward park while gently turning the key.
You don't have to negotiate the auto door lock setting as part of the deal.
It was activated at delivery.
“jiggling” the steering wheel side to side while also attempting the turn the key can relieve this lock pressure and allow the key to turn.
Take off door panel so you can see the power door lock actuator moving there maybe rust or a bind in the power door lock little motor itself.
The steering wheel is in the lock position and the ignition key won't turn to start the car.
Regarding recall campaign is096 hyundai/sonata passenger front door lock switch is out.
Dbranch, ase certified technician category:
Had a lot of time to wiggle the key before it was locked though, so it's definitely the ignition lock cylinder.
Place the key in the acc position.
This can remove the grease and dirt that gets in the way of the lock.
If the horn doesn't honk, but the lights flash, your chirp feature is.
You don’t need to manhandle anything.
If your key will only go into the lock.
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Hyundai sonata key won’t turn.