Ignition Repair in Perry, GA

When the key turns but the engine will not start, or the cylinder is sticky, sloppy, or refuses to turn at all, the problem is usually inside the ignition itself. Perry Locksmith repairs and replaces ignition cylinders on-site for most makes - usually without the tow bill, the dealership wait, or the rental car.

Symptoms of a failing ignition

• Key will not turn or only turns part of the way
• Key turns but nothing happens - no crank, no clicks, no dashboard lights
• Key gets stuck and will not come out
• Cylinder feels loose, wobbly, or sloppy compared to how it used to feel
• Push-to-start button does nothing even with a working fob
• Steering wheel locked, key will not release the column

What we do

We rebuild or replace the ignition cylinder, re-key the new cylinder to match your existing door key (so you do not have to carry two keys), and reprogram the immobilizer chip if the vehicle requires it. In most cases the entire job is done at your location in 60–90 minutes.

When it is the ignition vs. something else

A worn key copied too many times will mimic the symptoms of a failing ignition. So will a dead key-fob battery on push-to-start vehicles, a depleted main battery, or a faulty starter. We diagnose before we replace - if your problem is a $5 battery or a worn key rather than the cylinder, we will tell you and price the smaller job accordingly.

Makes we handle

Ford, Chevrolet, GMC, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Hyundai, Kia, Dodge, Jeep, Chrysler, Ram, Subaru, Mazda, Volkswagen, Lincoln, Cadillac, Buick, and most other common US vehicles. Some European models with dealer-only immobilizer programming may need a dealer visit for the final pairing - we will be honest about that on the phone.

Service area

Perry, Warner Robins, Fort Valley, Byron, Kathleen, Bonaire, Centerville, Hawkinsville, Unadilla, and surrounding communities. See related: car key replacement, key programming, and the full automotive locksmith page.