[Wayne 962]

The actual tumbler is spring-loaded. Your key sits in your pocket along with gunk and other pocket stuff and this gunk can build up on the inside of the mechanism. This is not terribly uncommon. A quick remedy when the key is actually out is to spray some WD-40 in there to loosen up the mechanism. This problem can also be caused by the steering lock - a part that was recalled and later replaced by an updated version from Porsche for issues like these. Try shaking the steering wheel repeatedly in both directions while trying to remove the key. Then, if/when you get it out, I would recommend upgrading to the later-designed part (the procedure is located in our tech articles section).

- Wayne