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Ignition Repair in Temple City, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile ignition repair in Temple City, California, available 24/7. We repair or replace worn ignition cylinders and fix keys that won't turn, coming to your car wherever it is parked. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk with a locksmith about your vehicle.

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An ignition that fights you is one of the most frustrating car problems, because it usually shows up at the worst time. The key goes in but will not turn. The steering wheel feels locked solid. The key turns, but the car does not start. Sometimes the key comes out bent or worn, or the cylinder feels gritty and loose. Each of these can point to a different cause, and not all of them need a new cylinder.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead tech David Shar built the business around coming to the customer. We are fully mobile. There is no shop to tow your car to and no storefront to visit. We work in your driveway, in a parking space off Las Tunas Drive, or wherever the car has stopped, at any hour of the day or night.

In Temple City, a lot of the vehicles we see are daily drivers that have been parked on the street or in a carport for years, and older cars that have been passed down through a household. Those are the cars most likely to have a worn key, a tired cylinder, or a steering column lock that has seized. Below is how we approach the work, what affects the price, and what to expect.

How it works in Temple City

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    Call and describe the symptoms

    Call (323) 997-8867 and tell us the year, make, and model, and what the ignition is doing. Does the key refuse to turn, spin freely, stick, or start the car only sometimes? Those details help us bring the right tools and parts and tell you honestly what the job might involve.

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    We come to you

    Because we are 24/7 and fully mobile, we meet you where the car is: a residential street in Mission View Acres, a driveway near Temple City Park, or a lot along Las Tunas Drive. We do not ask you to tow the vehicle to a shop first.

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    Diagnose before replacing anything

    A key that will not turn is not always a failed cylinder. A worn key, a locked steering column, a dead battery, or debris in the keyway can look the same. We check the key, the cylinder, and the steering lock first, so you are not paying to replace something that only needed attention.

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    Repair or replace the cylinder

    If the cylinder is worn or damaged, we repair it where possible or replace it. Many cylinders can be rekeyed or replaced so that your existing key or a newly cut key works smoothly. We handle the steering column carefully to avoid damaging other components.

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    Cut and test keys

    Once the ignition turns properly, we cut new keys as needed and test them in the ignition, door locks, and trunk where applicable. If your vehicle uses a transponder or chip key, we talk through what that means for programming before work begins.

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    Final check and clear next steps

    We confirm the car starts and the key operates smoothly, and we explain what we found. If a problem lies outside the ignition, such as the starter or battery, we tell you plainly so you can address it.

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What affects the price

  • The vehicle's make, model, and year, since ignition designs and available parts vary widely between manufacturers.
  • Whether the cylinder can be repaired or needs full replacement.
  • Whether your key is a basic mechanical key or a transponder or chip key that needs programming.
  • How many keys need to be cut, or whether all keys have been lost.
  • Condition of the steering column and lock mechanism, which can add labor if it has seized or been damaged.
  • Time of day and where the vehicle is located, as we work 24/7 and travel to you.

Why Temple City chooses us

  • We are fully mobile, so the repair happens at your car and not at a shop that requires a tow.
  • Since 1987, the business has handled automotive and residential work across Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County, so older and unusual ignitions are familiar territory.
  • We diagnose first. If the problem is a worn key or a locked steering wheel, we say so rather than defaulting to a replacement.
  • We are available 24/7, which matters when a stuck ignition strands you late at night.
  • The same team handles car keys, home rekeying, and commercial locks, so one call can cover a household's or a small business's lock needs.
  • We explain what we found and what each option involves before work begins.

Ignition Repair across Temple City

Temple City is a quiet, residential valley-floor city, and that shapes how ignition problems arise here. Many households in Mission View Acres and the Camellia area have 1950s and 1960s ranch and stucco homes with carports or driveways where cars sit for long stretches, and cars that are only occasionally driven are prone to stiff, worn ignitions. If your key will not turn in the 91780 ZIP code, we can come to the driveway rather than have you arrange a tow.

The Las Tunas Drive business district brings its own pattern. Shop owners and restaurant staff park along the corridor for long shifts, and a key that sticks at closing time is a real problem. Downtown Las Tunas Drive, Temple City Boulevard, and Rosemead Boulevard (SR-19) are all places where a stranded driver can reach us at any hour. The same goes for visitors during the annual Camellia Festival, when the city is busy and parking is tight.

With steady teardown-rebuild projects and new townhomes and small apartment buildings going up, we also see property managers and homeowners juggling vehicles and locks at once. Whether you are near Baldwin Avenue, Lower Azusa Road, Temple City Park, or Live Oak Park, call (323) 997-8867 and we will come to you.

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Other Temple City locksmith services

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Ignition Repair in Temple City — FAQs

Why won't my car key turn in the ignition?
Common causes include a worn key, a locked steering wheel, debris in the keyway, or a failing ignition cylinder. Try gently turning the steering wheel while turning the key. If that does not help, call (323) 997-8867 and we can diagnose it at your car.
Do you come to me in Temple City, or do I need to bring the car in?
We are fully mobile and have no storefront. We come to your car, whether it is at home, on Las Tunas Drive, or somewhere else in Temple City.
Are you available at night and on weekends?
Yes. We are available 24/7. Call (323) 997-8867 any time and describe what the ignition is doing.
Will I need a whole new ignition cylinder?
Not always. A worn key or a stuck steering lock can mimic a failed cylinder. We diagnose first, then repair or replace the cylinder only if it is needed.
Can you make a new key if mine is worn out or broken?
In many cases yes. A worn key is often the actual problem. We cut and test new keys, and for transponder keys we discuss programming needs during the visit.
How is the price determined?
It depends on the vehicle, whether the cylinder is repaired or replaced, the type of key, how many keys are needed, and the condition of the steering column. We describe what applies to your situation before starting.
My key turns but the car won't start. Is that an ignition problem?
It can be, but it may also be the battery, starter, or an immobilizer issue. We can help sort out whether the ignition is at fault. Call (323) 997-8867 to get started.
Can you help if I've lost all my keys?
Often, yes. We can work out the options for your vehicle on site, including cutting a new key and addressing the ignition if needed. Details depend on the make and model.
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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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