2012 Avalanche Key won't turn in ignition
#1
2012 Avalanche Key won't turn in ignition
I have a 2012 Avalanche went to start it yesterday and the key won't turn in the ignition switch. I have a extra key same thing, I can't believe a 2 year old vehicle should have a problem so soon. I'm going to have it towed to the dealer on Monday it has 57,000 miles so its out of warranty. I also had to replace the windshield wiper motor already, I wonder whats next. I will let you know what it costs for this.
#2
this may not be your issue but have a look at the keys. if the edges have lost the silver coating and are left with a dull brown edge...the keys are worn. typically its a 5 year time line for this to happen. have new keys cut using a key code...don't trace the old keys.
#3
Well guess what I just went out to the garage and did the same thing after about 8 minutes I got it to turn and start. I turned it off and tried again and now it works, I'm going to have to have it replaced I can't take a chance of having my wife being stranded somewhere.
I thing GM should replace it with only 57,000 miles that shouldn't happen but they won't.
#4
ok.
usually, if you got it to turn by jiggling its probably the key. I see this every day. key problems are far more common than lock cylinders on the pick ups. I may have replaced 1 in the trucks in 5 years but keys once a week.
inspect your key and if they are ok put some white grease in your lock cylinder to lube the tumblers.
usually, if you got it to turn by jiggling its probably the key. I see this every day. key problems are far more common than lock cylinders on the pick ups. I may have replaced 1 in the trucks in 5 years but keys once a week.
inspect your key and if they are ok put some white grease in your lock cylinder to lube the tumblers.
Last edited by tech2; October 19th, 2014 at 6:11 PM.
#5
ok.
usually, if you got it to turn by jiggling its probably the key. I see this every day. key problems are far more common than lock cylinders on the pick ups. I may have replaced 1 in the trucks in 5 years but keys once a week.
inspect your key and if they are ok put some white grease in your lock cylinder to lube the tumblers.
usually, if you got it to turn by jiggling its probably the key. I see this every day. key problems are far more common than lock cylinders on the pick ups. I may have replaced 1 in the trucks in 5 years but keys once a week.
inspect your key and if they are ok put some white grease in your lock cylinder to lube the tumblers.
#6
use the tube type. new lock cylinders come with a small, one use tube. put a small dab the size of a pea in the cylinder and wipe some into the groves on each side of the key. work the key in and out and then from off to run multiple times.
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Hi garygve,
We're sorry to hear of your key concern. We understand that you have been in contact with your dealer in regard to this issue. We'd like to look further into this for you. Please feel free to send us a private message with your VIN, current mileage, full contact information, and dealer name for further assistance. We look forward to hearing from you!
Kristen A.
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We're sorry to hear of your key concern. We understand that you have been in contact with your dealer in regard to this issue. We'd like to look further into this for you. Please feel free to send us a private message with your VIN, current mileage, full contact information, and dealer name for further assistance. We look forward to hearing from you!
Kristen A.
Chevrolet Customer Care
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