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Ignition Repair in North Hollywood, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile ignition repair in North Hollywood, California. If your key won't turn, the ignition cylinder is damaged, or the car won't start, we come to you and repair or replace the cylinder on site. Call (323) 997-8867 any time, day or night.

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An ignition that fails rarely does so at a convenient moment. In North Hollywood it tends to happen in a parking space off Lankershim Boulevard, in a lot behind a Magnolia Boulevard shop, or in the garage of an apartment building near the Metro station. The key goes in but won't turn, the steering wheel is locked tight, or the key turns and nothing happens. These are different problems with different fixes, and sorting out which one you have is the first part of the job.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and David Shar leads the work. We are fully mobile. There is no storefront to visit and no tow to a shop required in most cases, because we bring the tools and parts to wherever the vehicle is sitting. We are available 24/7, so a late shift at a NoHo Arts District venue or an early commute toward the US-101 is not a problem for us.

Ignition repair covers more than swapping a cylinder. A worn key, a bent blade, a stuck steering lock, debris in the keyway, or a broken piece of key inside the cylinder can all mimic a failed ignition. Sometimes a repair is enough, sometimes replacement is the honest answer, and we will explain which applies before we start working.

How it works in North Hollywood

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    Call and describe the symptoms

    Phone us at (323) 997-8867 and tell us the make, model, and year, plus what the key does. Does it refuse to enter, enter but not turn, or turn without starting the engine? Those details help us bring the right tools and parts.

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    Come to your location

    We drive to you, whether you are parked on a residential street in Toluca Woods, in a structure near the North Hollywood Metro Station, or at a business on Victory Boulevard. Because we are mobile, the car stays where it is.

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    Diagnose the real cause

    Before disassembling anything we check the key for wear, test the steering lock, inspect the keyway for debris or broken fragments, and confirm whether the issue is mechanical or related to the vehicle's anti-theft system. Many apparent ignition failures turn out to be simpler.

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    Repair or replace the cylinder

    If the cylinder can be cleaned, freed, or repaired, we do that. If internal wafers or tumblers are worn or damaged, we replace the cylinder and set it up to work with your key, or cut a new key to match it.

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    Key cutting and programming where needed

    If the vehicle uses a transponder or similar chip, the key may need to be programmed to the car after the repair. We confirm what your vehicle requires and handle it when it is within what the system allows.

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    Test and hand back

    We test the key repeatedly, check the steering lock, start the engine, and confirm everything operates smoothly. You leave with working keys and a clear explanation of what was wrong.

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What affects the price

  • Whether the existing cylinder can be repaired or has to be fully replaced, since replacement involves parts as well as labor.
  • The vehicle's make, model, and year, which determine the cylinder type and how involved the steering column work is.
  • Whether the key has a transponder chip that needs programming, or is a simple mechanical key.
  • Whether keys must also be cut, for example when the original is worn out, broken, or missing.
  • Condition of the key and keyway, including any broken key fragment that has to be extracted first.
  • Time of day and the effort needed to reach the vehicle, as late-night or hard-to-access locations can affect the job.

Why North Hollywood chooses us

  • Fully mobile service means the work is done where the car is parked, with no need to arrange a tow just to reach a shop.
  • Operating since 1987 under owner and lead tech David Shar, so the work draws on decades of hands-on experience with ignition and lock problems.
  • We diagnose before replacing. A worn key or debris in the keyway is sometimes the true culprit, and we would rather tell you that than sell you a part you do not need.
  • Available 24/7, which matters for restaurant, theater, and nightlife workers in the NoHo Arts District whose cars are stranded after hours.
  • Ignition work sits alongside our automotive and residential lock services, so we can address a broken key extraction or spare key need in the same visit.
  • We explain what we find in plain language and tell you what the options are before work begins.

Ignition Repair across North Hollywood

North Hollywood is a car-and-transit neighborhood at the same time. Many residents drive on the US-101 and SR-170 and also ride the B Line from the North Hollywood Metro Station, which means vehicles often sit parked for long stretches in garages and surface lots. A car that has idled unused for days can reveal a stiff or worn ignition cylinder when the owner finally returns, especially in ZIP codes like 91601 and 91606 where street parking and apartment lots are common.

The area's mix of building types shapes where we end up working. In the NoHo Arts District, around the El Portal Theatre and along Lankershim Boulevard, drivers parked for evening shows or restaurant shifts often call after hours. In North Hollywood West and Toluca Woods, we work on cars in driveways and curbside near older bungalows. Around ZIP 91605 and along Vineland Avenue, dense apartment parking lots and carports are routine locations for us.

We also see crossover with other lock problems in the area. A tenant with a worn key in a 1970s apartment lock may have a worn car key as well, and a business owner on Magnolia Boulevard or Victory Boulevard handling a stuck ignition on a work vehicle may also need other hardware looked at. Because we are mobile and available 24/7, we can handle the ignition problem first and talk through anything else afterward.

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Ignition Repair in North Hollywood — FAQs

Why won't my key turn in the ignition?
Common causes include a worn key, a locked steering wheel putting pressure on the cylinder, debris in the keyway, or worn internal parts in the cylinder. Try gently wiggling the steering wheel while turning the key. If that fails, call (323) 997-8867 and we can diagnose it on site.
Can you repair an ignition in North Hollywood without towing my car?
In most cases yes. We are fully mobile and bring tools and parts to your vehicle, whether it is parked near the Metro station, on Lankershim Boulevard, or in your driveway.
Do I need a new ignition cylinder or just a new key?
Not always. A worn or damaged key can mimic a failing ignition. We check the key and the cylinder first, then tell you whether a new key, a repair, or a full cylinder replacement is the right fix.
Can you remove a broken key from my ignition?
Yes. We can extract broken key fragments from the cylinder and then assess whether the cylinder is still usable or needs replacement. Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us what happened.
My key turns but the car won't start. Is that an ignition problem?
It can be, but it may also involve the battery, starter, or the vehicle's anti-theft system. We can help determine whether the ignition switch or cylinder is at fault and let you know if the issue appears to be outside our scope.
Do you handle transponder key programming after an ignition repair?
When the vehicle requires it and the system allows, yes. We confirm what your car needs during diagnosis so there are no surprises after the cylinder is replaced.
Are you available at night or on weekends in North Hollywood?
Yes, we are available 24/7, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Call (323) 997-8867 at any hour.
How is the price of ignition repair determined?
It depends on the vehicle, whether the cylinder can be repaired or must be replaced, whether keys need cutting or programming, and the circumstances of the call. We discuss these factors with you before beginning work.
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Reviewed by David Shar — Owner & Lead Technician

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles & Ventura County since 1987.

Last updated 2026-10-12.

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