Thread: Help Please - key won't turn in ignition!

When this happened to mine I removed the complete key assembly. Vice grips on the security bolts to undo them. I separated the switch and wiring from the lock assembly. Then pushed the steering lock plunger in on the lock assy and held it in with a Tie Wrap. Refitted the lock assy with the tie wrap using hex head bolts M8 Refitted the sensor ring and wiring to the lock Put the key in the lock, even though it will not turn it allows the sensor to register the key. Used a stubby screw driver to turn the electric switch (removed from the lock assy previously) to aux through to start the engine.
If I can help PM me with you phone number and I will call
Regards Ollie

All Hail the INOX

One little squirt and its working fine!

Thank you everybody for your assistance, one of the reasons I love this site.

Cheers
Tony

I've had the 110 into the dealer last week because I've had two incidents where the key would not turn in the barrel at all.

The first time I sat there for about 30 minutes jiggling, taking key in and out, putting the wheel lock on etc. and then for some reason it just worked.
Went home and put some Inox in it. Noticed there was a lot of play in the barrel too - quite loose.

A month or two later the same thing happened but after 45 minutes of no luck I ended up calling Land Rover Roadside Assist. They just sent out the RACQ! Hahaha!

The dealer here in Brisbane said the replacement has to come from England and will take 2-3 weeks.

At the same time I ordered a replacement key and fob because I lost one of the originals somewhere. Current cost of replacement - $570.00. That hurt.

when you can, and only if your lock has only been lubed with inox (and this is a one or the other deal you either use graphite in a lock or inox mixing makes an uber sticky grinding paste that will trash your locks)

get a stick of dry lube (its like a wax) and every now and then wipe it across the key then slide the key into the lock 5 or 6 times. With that done wipe the key down with a lint free cloth (or your laundry sponge)

Do the same for your door locks.

for d2 owners...

using a thin piece of tie wire do the same thing on the latches of your rear door lock.

Originally Posted by El Rey

At the same time I ordered a replacement key and fob because I lost one of the originals somewhere. Current cost of replacement - $570.00. That hurt.

I know the horse has bolted, but if it happens again, try this mob. They are in the links section, in the header at the top of the page. I've used them, considerably cheaper than Aus.

Immobiliser Problems Key Fob Repair and Replacement Immobiliser Bypass

Originally Posted by RoundaWhile

All Hail the INOX

One little squirt and its working fine!

Thank you everybody for your assistance, one of the reasons I love this site.

Cheers
Tony

great it's working atm, but don't take this as FIXED...
order a new ignition barrel ready for replacement...

Originally Posted by roverv8

great it's working atm, but don't take this as FIXED...
order a new ignition barrel ready for replacement...

Before you get stuck in a car park and have to be towed home. Like happened to some one around here.
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Originally Posted by 2 rocks

I persevered with mine for quite some time until I eventually got to the point where I thought it might never turn again - I went to a locksmith known for fixing these (in Perth anyway) and $80 later the barrel's funcitoning beautifully 2 years down the track.
I know replacement is a very safe option, but if you get a good 'smith it could sort you out for sometime to come...
As DM sadi, in the meantime some dry lube like graphite powder may at least get your windows up and somewhere safe.
Good luck
Cheers
Mike

I know this was a while ago who was the locksmith in perth?