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Old 07-12-03, 02:08 PM
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Mechanic GOT MY KEY STUCK!!

So I get my ignition switch replaced. The mechanic informs me that the key is stuck.

I just get the car outta there before they **** something else up.

So can anyone hep me get the key out. It can go to the ACC but won't push in and come out. Its an FD BTW. Also it is not the stock ignition (door key and ignition keys are different)


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Old 07-12-03, 02:11 PM
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Dude, make the mechanic fix it, he broke it !!
Why would you do it yourself if someone else broke it ?
Old 07-12-03, 02:26 PM
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Trying turning the wheel while trying to get the key out.
Old 07-12-03, 02:39 PM
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Get him to fix it and then find a new mechanic.
Old 07-17-03, 11:27 PM
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Leave it in, just take the door key with you, and lock the car.
Old 07-17-03, 11:30 PM
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call a lock smith. they have a little tool. costs 40+ though only if they can turn your ignition. if not u may need a replacement
Old 07-17-03, 11:53 PM
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Originally posted by FormerPorscheGuy
Get him to fix it and then find a new mechanic.
**** that, make the mechanic that broke it pay another mechanic to fix it.
Old 07-18-03, 09:58 AM
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i just paid a locksmith to get it out. The mechanic apparently reinstalled the lock slightly crooked!
Old 07-18-03, 11:36 AM
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man what a dumbass that mechanic is...you should have gave him the smackdown and told him to fix it...i'd beat him with a bat or something...(i'm talking too much sht for my own good, im not physically able to do most of the stuff i just suggested, but maybe you should )

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Originally posted by chinqlinq
man what a dumbass that mechanic is...you should have gave him the smackdown and told him to fix it...i'd beat him with a bat or something...(i'm talking too much sht for my own good, im not physically able to do most of the stuff i just suggested, but maybe you should )

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lol
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you let someone else mess with your car. you were asking for it.

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Old 07-18-03, 03:22 PM
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Push the key in and try turning it out while turning the steering wheel from side to side
Old 07-18-03, 05:40 PM
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My key got stuck and I used a SMALL hammer and tapped on the end very lightly while working the key. This should work.
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Originally posted by 3RotorRocket
**** that mechanic!
I'm sure it wasn't the mechanics fault. It's not like you can do that on purpose on something.
Old 07-18-03, 10:14 PM
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FD3S keys ARE known to break - I've probably bought six replacements in ten years. It's due to the way they are cut.

(I'd still try to blame the mechanic though - just to make him feel bad.

Hell, ALWAYS blame someone else - it's the American way!
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