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Ignition cylinder lock - Can be lubricated?

Old May 4, 2009 | 06:45 PM
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Hello,
Does someone know if the cylinder lock can be lubricated?
My key is working harder and harder and today I had a tough time to start the car.

Thanks!
 
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Old Jun 20, 2009 | 03:21 PM
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did you do something?
 
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Old Jun 21, 2009 | 02:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Tracus
Hello,
Does someone know if the cylinder lock can be lubricated?
My key is working harder and harder and today I had a tough time to start the car.

Thanks!
I never could find anything that worked and had to have the cylinder replaced. I'd stay away from sprays and use something graphite based.
 
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Old Jun 21, 2009 | 02:43 PM
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how much cost you the replacement?
 
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Old Jun 21, 2009 | 06:13 PM
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I had it done right at the end of my warranty, but I think it would have been around $300 at the dealer. That's replacing the entire cylinder and ignition switch.
 
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Old Sep 11, 2009 | 02:27 PM
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hi guys, just an update:
I used some lubricant for a while but the cylinder block started to do the same thing. I have ordered one in England and arrived after a week. The dealership replaced it for me and now everything works fine.
The part cost me $150 CAD and the labour $130 CAD.
I thank you for your replies.
 

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Old Sep 11, 2009 | 08:50 PM
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So...does the key now turn in the opposite direction that you are used to? Or is that Australia?
 
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