broken key
We remove broken keys from ignitions, door locks, and trunks using professional extractors designed to pull the fragment without damaging the lock.
After extraction, you can usually move straight into key cutting or replacement on site.
WHEN THIS SERVICE IS NEEDED
Door lock breaks: A stuck or stiff door lock can grab the blade and leave part of the key trapped inside.
Aftermarket key failure: Cheap replacement keys can crack or twist more easily than properly cut, stronger keys.
Ignition Breaks: Keys often snap while turning a worn ignition cylinder or when the key metal has weakened over time.
Do not use a screwdriver, magnet, or random pick set.
Those DIY methods commonly make the fragment harder to remove or damage the ignition and door cylinder.
How professional extraction works
1. Inspect the lock
First we check how deep the fragment is, whether the lock is centered, and whether the key broke in the door, trunk, or ignition.
2. Use extraction tools
Locksmiths commonly use broken-key extractors, including spiral or hooked tools, to catch the grooves of the fragment and pull it out cleanly.
3. Remove without forcing
The goal is to pull the key straight out, not jam it deeper or scar the lock with improvised tools.
4. Cut the replacement
Once the fragment is out, we can usually cut a new key and, when needed, handle transponder or proximity programming.
Faq
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Usually yes. If the cylinder itself is still in good shape, the key fragment can often be extracted without replacing the whole lock.
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Most customers need a new key cut right away, and some vehicles also need chip or proximity programming.