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Frozen Lock Cylinder Repair

The frozen lock cylinders due to the cold weather may be repaired using the following procedure:

  1. Apply heat to the cylinder area with a heat gun.
  2. Hold the shutter door open with a paper clip or similar item and force air into the cylinder using compressed air and a blow gun attachment.
  3. While holding the shutter door open inject a small amount of multi-purpose lubricant GM P/N 12346241 or equivalent.
  4. Work the key into the cylinder several times and wipe any excess lubrication residue from the key.