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Wheel Locks Key
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Racer
Joined: Jul 2005
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From: Weston Fl
Wheel Locks Key
I took my '88 to a mechanic 2day to get a brake inspection, since I've been having that sinking brake pedal. They couldn't get my tires off. Told me I had a wheel lock on them and needed the key. Sure enough, they're sitting there, mocking me. I can't find this anywhere in my car. Was there anywhere that this was stored, specifically, that I may be missing? Where can I order a new 1?
Thanx in advance!
~Derek
Thanx in advance!
~Derek
Le Mans Master
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From: St. louis, MO
Don't know of any place they were stored. Just take a slight larger then the lug, socket, beat it on and take off the locking lug. It will ruin the locking lugs, but if you don't have the key, then it does not matter. You can always buy another set if you want.
Last edited by Gary04Z06; Sep 25, 2005 at 11:39 PM.
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Racer
Joined: Jul 2005
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From: Weston Fl
Originally Posted by Gary96LT4
...It will run the locking lugs, but if you don't have the key, then it does not matter. You can always buy another set if you want.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Jan 2002
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From: Edmonton AB
If the car is not your DD and you can wait, you might try getting
a replacement key for the locking lugs.
I'm not aware that GM was providing OEM locks in '88 but perhaps
they offered these as accessories (they do today) or maybe a
previous owner added them. In any event, chances are great
that the locks were made by McGard and if they were, you can
get a replacement key - I did.
It is easiest if you can provide the info from a McGard I.D. card
that accompanied the original locks. I called with this information
and had two keys in arrive one week later. If it isn't in the vehicle
somewhere, check for a card or hand-written number in any
paperwork you received from the previous owner.
You are not stuck if you don't have the I.D. According to McGard's
website,
studs BEFORE you or someone else starts pounding. Keep in mind
that there is a wheel bearing back behind there, too.
.
a replacement key for the locking lugs.
I'm not aware that GM was providing OEM locks in '88 but perhaps
they offered these as accessories (they do today) or maybe a
previous owner added them. In any event, chances are great
that the locks were made by McGard and if they were, you can
get a replacement key - I did.
It is easiest if you can provide the info from a McGard I.D. card
that accompanied the original locks. I called with this information
and had two keys in arrive one week later. If it isn't in the vehicle
somewhere, check for a card or hand-written number in any
paperwork you received from the previous owner.
You are not stuck if you don't have the I.D. According to McGard's
website,
If you do not have an I.D. Registration Card, call our Customer
Service Department for further instructions:
800-444-5847, Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm Eastern time.
If you can't wait, then I suggest that you locate a source for wheelService Department for further instructions:
800-444-5847, Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm Eastern time.
studs BEFORE you or someone else starts pounding. Keep in mind
that there is a wheel bearing back behind there, too.
.
Last edited by Slalom4me; Sep 26, 2005 at 01:03 AM.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Feb 2000
Posts: 824
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From: Camden SC
Had the same problem when I purchased my 90. No key and all four wheels had the lock. Went to a good dealer, told the shop foreman about the problem, he had a mechanic get about 4 sets of "keys" and started testing. After about 2 minutes, found the right key and removed each lock nut. I then replaced with standard lug.
As a note, I ordered a new set of security nuts with key from GM, and after about two tire rotations, replaced them with standards. One has to be somewhat careful with torque wrenches, or any wrench when removing the security fasteners. Not worth it in my view.
Would use the beat and seat method as a last resort.
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As a note, I ordered a new set of security nuts with key from GM, and after about two tire rotations, replaced them with standards. One has to be somewhat careful with torque wrenches, or any wrench when removing the security fasteners. Not worth it in my view.
Would use the beat and seat method as a last resort.
dlmeyers 90 coupe zf6 3 speed shocks
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