Hi everyone,
I wonder if any could help me. I have a 306 D Turbo 1997 RHD. The other day I tried to insert the key into the ignition as normal and for some reason the key wouldn't go all the way in. Upon inspection, it looks like the a pin which fits through the slot at the end of the key was not allowing it to sit flush in the barrel. I assume this pin is to stop the key being removed from the ignition whilst its turned. I can't understand why this pin is engaged whilst the key is not in the lock.
Anyway to temporarily overcome this problem I cut a channel in the end of the key with a hacksaw to allow the key to fully insert. This is working at present but my spare without the notch cut can't be used.
Is this a common problem with a simple solution or is it a case of either replacing the barrel or calling out a locksmith?
Anyway any help would be appreciated.
Thanks
Doug