Key Facts

Generally key's are made up of soft brass some may have a nickle plating, Key's will bend or break. You should keep this in mind while you are using your key,
Key's should slide into it's key hole freely, you should never force a key into a lock. take time to inspect your key for bending or cracking, this would prevent it from properly working. if sign's of damage discard using and get a new key.
If you are having trouble getting you key to turn your lock,(it slides in fine but you need to jiggle it to turn) this could be a worn key and tumbler problem. First try having a locksmith generate an original key by code. ( never copy a none working key ) if it still works hard you could also have pin tumblers worn or bent. your locksmith can re-pin the lock to factory specs
Most Locks use Brass tumblers. This helps withstand against the elements preventing corrosion. You should lubricate your locks twice a year or as often as necessary to keep your lock functioning properly .
Never force a lock, if you have to push, pull or slam a door to lock, it's a problem. locks should work freely to avoid a Locked out situation. look at the door jamb for obstacles such as weather stripping or a dogs toy, also look at the strike plates for proper alignment with latches and bolts.
automotive lock's are a little different then the locks on your home or office but built on the same concept, most auto locks are more fragile and prone to fail due to the user not taking there time inserting the key into the lock. they have more smaller parts then house locks and they bend, break and stick. (never force your key it will break) Make sure your key is all the way in the lock cylinder before you turn it.
While your driving a vacuum on some vehicles can happen, road grime and salt gets sucked into the locks creating failure. locks should be cleaned and lubricated with the manufactures recommendations. (we use our own J&R Lock lube)

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