What to Do When a Broken Key Sticks in Your Ignition

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So your key broke off in the ignition, and now you're stuck. First, don't panic; try spraying some WD-40 or graphite lubricant into the lock to loosen things up. If the key piece is sticking out, use needle-nose pliers to gently wiggle and pull it straight out. If it's flush, a broken key extractor tool or a small magnet might do the trick. If none of that works, carefully drill a small pilot hole into the broken key, then use a screw extractor to back it out. Worst case, call a locksmith—they'…