Why You Should Never Fasten Other Keys to Your Vehicle’s Ignition Key – A Small Habit That Can Cost You Big

That convenience might be quietly damaging your car.

And I didn’t realize it until I read this simple but shocking piece of advice from Jack McKenzie of AutoAccessoriesGarage.com :

“Too many keys on your ignition key ring can damage the ignition cylinder over time.”

And once I learned why…

I went home and cut the ring .

⚙️ What’s Really Happening Inside Your Ignition

Your car’s ignition switch — whether you’re using a traditional key or a modern push-button fob — is a mechanical component designed to do one job:

Turn the car on and off.

It wasn’t built to support extra weight.

Every time your key is in the ignition and you hit a bump or take a sharp turn…

That heavy key ring pulls down on the cylinder.

And over time?

That constant stress leads to real problems.

💥 The Hidden Damage of a Cluttered Key Ring: