Honda & VW Ignition Repair in Muncie, IN Keep the Key You Already Have
Key won't turn and your Honda or Volkswagen won't start? I rebuild the ignition instead of replacing it, so one key still works the doors and the ignition.
Why Honda & Volkswagen Ignitions Fail
Many Honda and Volkswagen models with a traditional key blade have ignition cylinders that wear out over time.
The small parts inside the cylinder wear down with daily use. At first the key feels stiff or needs a wiggle. Eventually it will not turn at all, and the car simply will not start. It usually happens at the worst possible time, in a parking lot or the driveway on a workday morning.
Watch for these signs:
- The key is hard to turn or has to be jiggled
- The key sticks in the ignition or is hard to remove
- The key turns only part way
- The car will not start even though the battery is fine
The Dealer Way vs. My Way
Typical dealer repair
The whole ignition cylinder is replaced with a new one. The new ignition comes with a new key, but your doors still use the old key. You are left carrying separate ignition and door keys.
Ignition rebuild
I remove the ignition, rebuild it and set it to match your existing key. When it goes back in, the same key opens the doors and starts the car, just like before.
How an Ignition Rebuild Works
- Call 765-405-9554 with your year, make and model and describe what the key is doing.
- I come to your vehicle and remove the ignition cylinder.
- I rebuild the cylinder and match it to the key you already use.
- I reinstall it and test the key in the ignition and the doors.
Need a spare or a new key too? See automotive services or European car keys.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I keep my same key?
Yes. That is the main reason to rebuild instead of replace. After the rebuild, the key you already use for the doors still starts the car.
Why does the dealer give you two keys?
Dealers commonly install a brand-new ignition cylinder, which comes with its own key. Unless the door locks are changed too, you end up with one key for the ignition and a different key for the doors.
What are the signs my ignition is failing?
The key gets hard to turn, has to be jiggled, sticks in the ignition, or will not turn at all, so the car won't start.
Do you come to me?
Yes. I offer mobile service in Muncie and surrounding Indiana communities. Call to talk through your vehicle.
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