tankybaby66

I got back from holiday yesterday and went to unlock my car.
It's an 06 Focus ST-2
I've searched the forum and found lots about just the fob not working but nothing with both of these problems

The Fob did nothing so I changed the battery - again, nothing.
Changed it again in case battery was a dud - again, nothing.
I hooked dads car up the the car battery to make sure there was enough voltage - yet again, nothing.#

I then tried to unlock it manually with the key - key turns clockwise (as if to lock it) but not counter clockwise.

So basically I cant get into it at all.
It wasn't dead locked when I left it 2 weeks ago but the fact I cant turn the key seems really strange like it ant just be that the fob has lost its code.
I really don't wanna have to smash a window (I'd have to pay a £90 excess with insurance) but I can't see any other alternative. Can anyone help?

STeve

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you should be able to get in through the boot and try your key in ignition lowering windows etc to gain easier access, we would not allow anyone to post a how to on obtaining entry into a car etc due to criminals using this as a way to steal

tankybaby66

That's fair enough, only the boot wont open on the fob either
The only key holes are the bonnet (which opens fine so I don't think the key is overly worn), and the drivers door.
I've ordered a passenger side front window, I might try sticking a sheet of laminate over it to minimize the amount of glass going everywhere :-(

st220kyle

You Sure the lock isn't just seized as I doubt the door gets unlocked with the key often? Try some wd40 in the key hole and try again.

RichieST

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Even turning the key in the door, you are opening an electronic lock so will probably not open. The alarm should have gone off when you opened the bonnet, sounds like you have had total electronic failure somewhere, either a big fuse has blown or something else.


Can you see the red light flashing on the dash between the rev counter and speedo?

tankybaby66

the alarm did go off, I checked all the fuses under the bonnet. hopefully the key will reset and all will be fine once I get in it,
as for the lock being seized, it's possible but I spent a good hour trying that, could it somehow be stuck in the locking mode (i.e constantly trying to lock it so I'm turning the key against the force of the lock motor?

tankybaby66

not sure on the red light but I'll ask my friend (whos house it's at)

RichieST

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Bizarre! Has anyone tried nicking it while you have been away? There are easier ways to get in than smashing a window, do you have breakdown cover?

tankybaby66

there are no marks around the lock barrel and my friends house is in the middle of nowhere so I don't think so. No breakdown cover, didn't think I'd need it lol

RichieST

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You need it when you own a ford lol. Have you tried disconnecting the battery for 15 mins?