D2 ignition won't turn

**timdo1** · 19th May 2008, 07:26 PM

Originally Posted by ATLandy

Hi all ,

Lately , I'm experiencing difficulty in turning the key in the ignition - just like when your steering wheel locked up , only that its not . Occuring at least once a day . Have to keep forcing it until the ignition turn . May even take 5 minutes of trying . Been spraying WD-40 to the ignition but doesn't seem to work .

Any idea ?

Ta

I used to have that problem too. Go to a locksmith. Tell him your problem and ask for a can of synthetic lubricant. If he cant suggest one email me and i'll get you the name of the one i use.

Put a cloth on the floor of the car and spray the lube in for a few seconds. Put key in and out for a while then repeat the spray thing. Do this until the barrel works properly. I haven't had a problem for about 4 years now but the synthetic lube is the key because it doesn't attract dirt and further gunk up your barrel.

Hope it works for you to.

**dmdigital** · 19th May 2008, 07:35 PM

Timdo1 can you post up the name of the stuff or PM me product details.

**Sleepy** · 20th May 2008, 05:54 PM

Should have touched wood after my last post.

Murphy's frickin law strikes again!
Key jammed yesterday and was not going to turn.

Graphite powder useless.

RACV visited and broke off key in lock...

Thanks Guys!!
Locksmith fixed for $159

, said the barrel was worn and key was going too far in as 4wd4fun said. Similar fix. For info a second hand barrel and key was quoted to me at $110. Probably get one cheaper but may just be facing the problem again in a few years. New barrel was quoted at $275 (fitting extra).

ATLandy · 23rd May 2008, 05:13 PM

Hi ,

Couldnt find anyone( locksmith ) locally to do the job . Hence , need to arrange a visit to the dealer .
Couldn find any graphite spray locally as well .
Timdo1 , pls post name of the synthetic lube .

Ta

**timdo1** · 25th May 2008, 06:48 PM

Sorry for the delay, It took me a while to find this stuff again. Its called 'Super Lube'

DRI-FILM Aerosol.

I am fairly sure that this is the link for it. I bought it at Glenferrie Locksmiths who have just moved to Church St Hawthorn 9819 4635. Call before you go to this place because he's not always in these days.

I hope this helps, sorry i was so long getting the info. Baby number 4 coming in two weeks and i'm under the pump.

Regards All.

**Missmyrangie** · 23rd June 2008, 10:09 AM

Hey 2 Rocks I'm feeling your pain. I too have had far too many D2 issues since I bought the girl 12 months ago. The ignition key is almost my last straw - been playing up for ages and has finally seized up yesterday. Thank goodness for this website and such generous people with information, I'd have been lost without it through all my trials, and my local LR gurus. I've yet to get much time to bond with my D2 between the dramas....... will it ever happen?

**2 rocks** · 23rd June 2008, 12:13 PM

Originally Posted by Missmyrangie

Hey 2 Rocks I'm feeling your pain. I too have had far too many D2 issues since I bought the girl 12 months ago. The ignition key is almost my last straw - been playing up for ages and has finally seized up yesterday. Thank goodness for this website and such generous people with information, I'd have been lost without it through all my trials, and my local LR gurus. I've yet to get much time to bond with my D2 between the dramas....... will it ever happen?

Hey MMR
Yes it will! Despite everything I love mine dearly and wouldn't swap it...and I'm getting to know it really, really well!

Persevere and I'm sure you'll be rewarded - and there'll always be plenty of encouragement on here

.
ATB
Mike

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