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There is a noise when insert the switch key to start the automobile

Tiny
MOSHI
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  • 2006 LEXUS GX 470
  • 71,000 MILES
There is a noise when I insert the switch key to start the automobile, Lexus dealer said they have to take the whole steering column apart to take out the switch key mechanism and lubricate it to fix the problem.
I am thinking of wd40 the key slot, but I am not sure if this action will mess up anything there. Any better idea?
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Monday, September 23rd, 2013 AT 11:52 AM

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Tiny
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No, you don't want to do that. You can't use anything liquid or sticky or it will just attract dirt. Powdered graphite is the only thing used in a key and tumbler and I doubt that would have anything to do with a noise.
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Monday, September 23rd, 2013 AT 12:06 PM

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