How do I get my key out of the driver door (if I tried to lock from the outside while car is running)?

Asked by Marie Dec 01, 2014 at 07:12 PM about the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta TDI

Question type: General

I wanted to leave my car running to warm up while going into a Quick Stop for some items...so key is in ignition and I use my other set to try locking the driver door. It WILL lock and/or unlock door(s) just fine, I just cannot get my spare key out the driver door outside handle lock. Thank you.

7 Answers

103,085

Get some graphite lock lubricant.

1 people found this helpful.

I have Loctite Silicone Spray...or Liquid Wrench Silicone Spray. KenF, will either of those work?

46,395

I would lubricate the lock/key with wd40 will work if you dont have graphite spray. After lubrication try removing the key it may require you jiggle the key until it come loose. If it still doesnt come free you may have to take it to the dealer.

3 people found this helpful.

Thanks...Helpful but not effective I'm afraid! Looking like I will need to visit the dealer. =(

103,085

Graphite lock lubricant is a dry powder that won't gunk up the lock. Solvent sprays (like WD40) however provide only temporary lubrication, once it evaporates it leaves a moisture barrier behind. IF you do use WD40, don't use a graphite powder after it until the WD40 has had time to completely evaporate. You only have to use a very VERY small amount. I'd try to just grab hold of the broken key and jiggle it around. You could also try icing the key to shrink the metal some, maybe it'll be enough to free it from whatever's got ahold of it.

45,825

the locks are built with a slider that slides over the coved portion of your key when you inster it willing to bet since you never use it it is jsut not lubed enough to move. But also to note the doors are not ment to have the key put in the door while the car is running to lock it. If you have a keyfob use that instead and jsut put some wd40 in the door lock and jiggle your key a bit a few times and it will eventualy come loose once you have done this a few times.

Your Answer:

Jetta

Looking for a Used Jetta in your area?

CarGurus has 1,817 nationwide Jetta listings starting at $1,295.

Postal Code:

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    Deathjam4
    Reputation
    12,620
  • #2
    Goodwrench707
    Reputation
    5,410
  • #3
    o_jayne
    Reputation
    2,680
View All

Find great deals from top-rated dealers

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used Volkswagen Jetta GLI
4 Great Deals out of 316 listings starting at $7,481
Used Volkswagen Passat
8 Great Deals out of 388 listings starting at $2,999
Used Honda Civic
162 Great Deals out of 3,375 listings starting at $2,230
Used Toyota Camry
51 Great Deals out of 944 listings starting at $2,212
Used Honda Accord
43 Great Deals out of 914 listings starting at $2,799
Used Toyota Corolla
110 Great Deals out of 1,961 listings starting at $1,995
Used Volkswagen Golf
22 Great Deals out of 426 listings starting at $3,991
Used Volkswagen Tiguan
59 Great Deals out of 2,669 listings starting at $4,934
Used Volkswagen Golf GTI
19 Great Deals out of 547 listings starting at $5,900
Used Hyundai Elantra
159 Great Deals out of 3,178 listings starting at $1,850
Used Mazda MAZDA3
76 Great Deals out of 1,533 listings starting at $2,299
Used Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen
2 listings starting at $7,741
Used Nissan Sentra
63 Great Deals out of 1,840 listings starting at $2,495
Used BMW 3 Series
71 Great Deals out of 1,191 listings starting at $1,995
Used Nissan Altima
25 Great Deals out of 673 listings starting at $2,000

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.