ignition cylinder replacement
Asked by mamasreading23 May 28, 2015 at 02:26 PM about the 2009 Kia Optima
Question type: Maintenance & Repair
Key won't turn to acc. Will not turn at all. Also,don't see whole where the paper clip goes to release cylinder so it can be removed.
4 Answers
According to this video, the key has to be in the accessory position in order to remove the cylinder. I would spray it full of WD-40 and wiggle it until it finally moves. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vREcs5HG41E
mamasreading23 answered 8 years ago
Thanks, but we tried the lubricant and it didn't work.
Well I guess you will now have to call a locksmith or just drill it out. Do you have a second key? Maybe it's your original key that's worn out.
Check this video and follow the last part about depressing the retainer. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tx-bcUdWfKw&t=186s After that, bring the whole thing to a Key Shop specialized in safes. They will fix the retainer and put it work again for just 75 $. It worked with my Kia Rio 2012
