Key wouldnt turn to start car ( 2002 ASV elegance combi ) yesterday evening.

 

After a ( very great )  lot of fiddling I managed to get it to turn  ( & start, & drive home )

Today, took the covers off the steering column and ( after even more fiddling around with the lock )  took out the barrel.

Its  clear that the lock barrel has problems

 

What are the options ?

 

Can it be refurbished ?

 

or does it have to be replaced ?

 

If it has to be replaced how can I get one that will match the present key ( that does all the door locks ) ?

what exactly is the problem with the barrel---do you have a relativlly  unworn key  or is it not key related  

4 hours ago, cheshire_cat said:

what exactly is the problem with the barrel---do you have a relativlly  unworn key  or is it not key related  

 

Happens with both keys ( they are the originals so are a little worn ). Dont feel its key related.

 

Since original post I have flushed the barrel out with petrol. This has improved things considerably. Its reassembled and ( at least for the time being ) working.

 

Still would like to do better, either a proper refurb or get a new one ( pref not needing a separate key to the body locks ).

 

Any suggestions ?

powdered graphite ?

3 hours ago, cheshire_cat said:

powdered graphite ?

Thanks, thats a great idea.

@olddog - The powdered graphite is the best solution as long as the lock just needs lubricated: If you need a new cylinder a Skoda dealer can supply the correct key pattern given the chassis number.

4 hours ago, KenONeill said:

@olddog - The powdered graphite is the best solution as long as the lock just needs lubricated: If you need a new cylinder a Skoda dealer can supply the correct key pattern given the chassis number.

Ken,  thats very interesting.
Do you know if they will supply just the lock barrel (c/w RFID immob sensor) ?
(  rather than the entire assy that is held in place by the pair of shear bolts )