key stuck in ignition switch

bidvr6 · #1 (**permalink**) 09-26-2007, 10:28 PM

let the light on and drain the battery , put the key in the switch and after i open the hood to jump start the car but still cant get the key out the switch the battery is full charge cause i drove the car for 1 hour but still cant get the fu.... key out the ignition switch can somebody help me

**TX-KmanS** · #2 (**permalink**) 09-26-2007, 10:35 PM

If the battery is fully charged and you still can't get the key out you may need to take it to the dealer. I suggest you read through this:

Didn't read the manual? Read this.

It will give you some of the idiosyncrasies of Porsche's; the key in the ignition on a dead battery is mentioned. However, I would think once it's fully charged, the key would come out.

**Gator Bite** · #3 (**permalink**) 09-26-2007, 10:35 PM

Hmmmm...... I was under the impression that once power was restored, you would be able to remove it. I'd call a service department. I bet they know the procedure.

Popolou · #4 (**permalink**) 09-27-2007, 12:14 AM

Something to try. Since its a potential security issue leaving the key in the ignition, reach into the fuse box and you will find a thin metal rod/wire. On the ignition barrel and beside the slot you will find a small door. Flip this open and insert the rod to release the key.

Regards

Popolou

troytax · #5 (**permalink**) 03-07-2008, 10:54 PM

Cool, I used this also. It works.

**Santa Fe** · #6 (**permalink**) 03-07-2008, 11:08 PM

Yes we added it to the FAQ's and it now appears in the Owner's Manual of the new cars.

vixapphire · #7 (**permalink**) 03-19-2008, 04:44 PM

i used to have this problem once in awhile with other euro (MB) cars, and found that it was usually due to not having put the tranny all the way in P or N when powering down the car. always try jiggling the stick a bit while trying to massage the key out before panicking!