2003 Honda Civic Key Lock

2003 HONDA CIVIC
101,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ELAINE SCHWENKER
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Why is it that my car door unlocks perfectly at times and at other times it doesn't? I take the key out and turn it the other way and have had success at times. Would WD-40 help? Should I spray it on the key?
Sep 16, 2010 at 10:18 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi elaine schwenker,

It is possible the key tumblers are worn and when this occurs, it would require some wiggling to get the key to turn. WD-40 might help but it is only a temporary measure.

The problem is only going to get worse and the oly way is to get the lock repaired or replaced.
Sep 18, 2010 at 4:56 AM
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