Ignition switch 'jammed' .. key won't turn

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Utah Pete, this just happened to me this morning on a short ride. i was able to get back home since it was stuck in the on position, just as you described. Tried WD and some other lubricants and nothing, then i read where you tapped on the key and it released. Whew, thanks sooo much!! Saved me a day of frustration.

It's fairly easy to prevent this. Shortly after I bought my first Spyder, in 09 ... I realized having the ignition switch open the Frunk ( and seat latch ) was NOT a good system, for lots of reasons .... So I Created a separate " Cable " to open the latch .... and this is now the ONLY way I open the Frunk .... Do a search, there are many threads / posts on how it's done .... IMHO the way I do it is the simplest and least expensive way .... good luck ... Mike :thumbup:

 

[mecsw500]

Sounds like I should start carrying a hammer! I've already installed a manual cable release for the frunk after having locked the key in the frunk 35 miles from home. Wife left her key at home. Luckily we have good friends.

Doesn't matter which tools you carry anyway. You can always use whatever you have as a hammer.

 

[SpyderConvert]

Was it a metric hammer?? Glad that you got your situation resolved!!

 

[Piratezz]

It's good practice to use graphite powder for locks, the copper latches will slide better Lessen wear, also protects for moisture, and I agree with blueknight, that a key is only needed to start the machine.
I made the latches also, never use the key for the frunk on my f3.

 

[gkamer]

I came across this online. It's not the most elegant or aesthetic solution, but certainly seems like a simple one.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rMqmALEtb10

 

[Fyrefight]

I did tell Jane about " adjusting" the switch with a dead blow or soft faced hammer. Did she mntion it to you?.?? I just knew the tumbler pins in the lock barrel had jammed.

SO GLAD YOU GOT IT FIXED. Now some powdered graphite, more compressed air, and lots of key move movement ( all to spread the graphite into the tumblers)

Again --- a great time with you,Jane, and Paul.

Lew L

Not sure if this would be relevant or not, but I've had pretty good success using a dry lubricant normally sold for firearms on my lock tumblers. It sprays in wet, then dries to a slick film that doesn't collect dust/dirt. Might be worth trying. If not, firearm spray bore cleaner will clean/flush it out in an instant.
Fyre

 

[pegasus1300]

Pete I may have missed it somewhere, but did you ever have your switch replaced? If so was it covered under your aftermarket warranty?