Cant get key into liftgate lock

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10-01-2010, 06:51 AM

CAEMI

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Cant get key into liftgate lock

I can't get the key fully inserted into the liftgate lock. I've tried WD40 and working the key in and out, etc., but no success. Anybody got a suggestion?

DPO (original owner) says the lock was never changed out and the key fits.

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10-01-2010, 07:04 AM

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Dry graphite lube.

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11-04-2011, 06:04 PM

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did you ever get it fixed, because i think thats the problem im having?

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11-04-2011, 06:54 PM

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i had the same problem! what has happened is the barrel the lock tumblers are in is made of aluminum. it corrodes till the tumblers dont move any more. i fixed it by going to junk yard and gettting another lock. then took it to a locksmith and had it keyed to my key and swaped them out.