locking lug nut removal tool

Purchase a new key. This is sometimes the easiest option although it can sometimes be expensive. However if you’d like to use the original locking wheel nut set you’ll need to buy a new locking wheel nut key. Each key comes with a code so you can order a replacement from the vehicle manufacturer.

Can wheel locks be removed without the key?

A wheel lock is used to fasten the wheel on your vehicle, as a regular wheel nut would, but uses a part-specific key to unlock it. It is common to lose a wheel lock key. The wheel lock key can be removed manually. Before beginning, make sure your vehicle is on a flat surface and all wheels are level.

Do aa remove locking wheel nuts?

If we agree to attempt a wheel removal, at your request and without the appropriate locking nut key, then this damage is at your risk and we, our agents or sub-contractors, shall not be liable for it.

Are locking wheel nuts unique to each car?

Are locking wheel nut keys unique to each car? The short answer is ‘yes’. Or, at least, they’re unique to the locking wheel nut set that was provided by your manufacturer when your car was making its way along the production line.

Is every wheel lock key different?

They are like regular lug nuts but have a cut out in them and need a key to be removed. Each set of wheel locks have their own key. They are used to deter criminals from stealing your wheels. The key usually comes in a set which can be found with the spare tire or sometimes in the glove box.

How much do wheel lock keys cost?

You may need to order a new one from the dealer or manufacturer. To do this, you will need the code that corresponds with your particular key. Generally, you can expect to pay between $20 and $120 per set. If your wheel locks came with the vehicle, you can usually find the key code in the owner’s manual.

Where is my locking wheel nut key?

The glove box: many vehicle manufacturers will store the locking wheel nut key in the car’s glove box, so it makes sense to check here first.