Honda Ignition Will Not Turn
Honda ignition problems have been common since Honda changed their conventional cut keys to high security key (laser cut) on 2003 models and up. The change to high security key was brought by the fact that Honda cars were one of the most stolen cars in America. In 1998 Honda introduced a microchip that was embedded into the key to prevent unauthorized users to start the car. Upon detecting a foreign object or incorrect key the Immobilizer systems cuts the fuel delivery to the engine. There are also some minor disadvantages that can be minimized with proper maintenance. Because the key tumblers are split and are half the size for high security keys, after years of usage, the key gradually wears out; the tumblers eventually slip out of position and causes the ignition to lock. Both of these issues can be avoided with proper maintenance. Try to keep you ignition clean by spraying some electric cleanser or dust removal in the key slot. Also keep your car key on a separate key chain and not with the rest of your keys. Many times a heavy key chain misaligned the position of the key and gradually wears out the first tumblers.
Honda ignition problems have been common since Honda changed their conventional cut keys to high security key (laser cut) on 2003 models and up. The change to high security key was brought by the fact that Honda cars were one of the most stolen cars in America. In 1998 Honda introduced a microchip that was embedded into the key to prevent unauthorized users to start the car. Upon detecting a foreign object or incorrect key the Immobilizer systems cuts the fuel delivery to the engine. There are also some minor disadvantages that can be minimized with proper maintenance. Because the key tumblers are split and are half the size for high security keys, after years of usage, the key gradually wears out; the tumblers eventually slip out of position and causes the ignition to lock. Both of these issues can be avoided with proper maintenance. Try to keep you ignition clean by spraying some electric cleanser or dust removal in the key slot. Also keep your car key on a separate key chain and not with the rest of your keys. Many times a heavy key chain misaligned the position of the key and gradually wears out the first tumblers.
My Honda key will not go into the ignition.
It is likely that your Honda key is damaged. Please do not force the key into the ignition, this will damage the ignition. If your key can open and close the doors, you have an ignition issue. If your key cannot open the doors, you have a key issue.
I cannot remove my Honda key from the ignition.
If automatic transmission, it is likely that your gear shift is not all the way in park. Check if there are any objects obstructing the gear shift; turn the ignition to ON, shift the gear to drive and then firmly shift the gear to the park position, you will now be able to remove your key from the ignition.
My Honda key goes into the ignition but doesn’t turn – steering wheel is locked, no movement.
Sometimes this situation is due to parking on a hill, pressure builds on your car wheel that is transferred to the steering wheel. Try turning the steering wheel in the same direction of the wheels while turning the key into the ignition. Again, please do not use excessive force; you will damage your ignition.
My Honda key goes into the ignition but doesn’t turn – steering wheel is unlocked, there is movement.
Do not turn the steering wheel, try spraying WD40 into the key slot and then try turning it again.
If you are unable to solve the above problems on your own, feel free to call us 707-824-1366 and will arrive at your location ASAP.
It is likely that your Honda key is damaged. Please do not force the key into the ignition, this will damage the ignition. If your key can open and close the doors, you have an ignition issue. If your key cannot open the doors, you have a key issue.
I cannot remove my Honda key from the ignition.
If automatic transmission, it is likely that your gear shift is not all the way in park. Check if there are any objects obstructing the gear shift; turn the ignition to ON, shift the gear to drive and then firmly shift the gear to the park position, you will now be able to remove your key from the ignition.
My Honda key goes into the ignition but doesn’t turn – steering wheel is locked, no movement.
Sometimes this situation is due to parking on a hill, pressure builds on your car wheel that is transferred to the steering wheel. Try turning the steering wheel in the same direction of the wheels while turning the key into the ignition. Again, please do not use excessive force; you will damage your ignition.
My Honda key goes into the ignition but doesn’t turn – steering wheel is unlocked, there is movement.
Do not turn the steering wheel, try spraying WD40 into the key slot and then try turning it again.
If you are unable to solve the above problems on your own, feel free to call us 707-824-1366 and will arrive at your location ASAP.