Tire lock number ?
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Tire lock number ?
I just read in my owners manual .
Do not lose ID card for tire lock key .
this 2000 corvette did not come with a ID number card for my tire key.
Does anyone know if there is a way to find key number on my 2000 corvette since never received a ID card when purchased.
no number on key.
is there another way to find out which key number I have?
Help,
Do not lose ID card for tire lock key .
this 2000 corvette did not come with a ID number card for my tire key.
Does anyone know if there is a way to find key number on my 2000 corvette since never received a ID card when purchased.
no number on key.
is there another way to find out which key number I have?
Help,
Melting Slicks
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If there's nothing on the release key, you are SOL. If you want to retain locks, best bet is get a new set from McGard - and order two keys while you are at it. One kept in the car and one you keep in the garage/at home. They are not that pricey, about $25 IIRC.
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The dealer should have a set of keys to figure it out - I had to do this when the tire installer lost my key on my Nissan Maxima forever ago. The dealer was able to figure out what was needed and order me a replacement easily. Otherwise you could have aftermarket locks that someone installed and this "ID" didn't apply.
As long as you have a key now I wouldn't really worry about this.
As long as you have a key now I wouldn't really worry about this.
Melting Slicks
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I never even knew I had locks on my wheels of my 2002 vert. An employee at Tire Kingdom had a "special" tool and was able to remove them when I had my tires changed. .I gave him a tip, threw them away and bought four new lug nuts and caps.
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If you run out of options in getting the locks removed, contact McGard. They helped me out by requesting a close up photo of the lock and then sent me a key. Cost about $15.00.
I found that in most cases these locks are a real PITA. First off, they should never be tightened with an air gun - hand tightened only per the instructions. Otherwise very difficult to remove. Especially in the winter when it's 10 F. and you're on the side of a highway. Then people lose the key and the fun starts... Unless you have real worries about losing wheels, I'd get rid of them. GOOD LUCK!
I found that in most cases these locks are a real PITA. First off, they should never be tightened with an air gun - hand tightened only per the instructions. Otherwise very difficult to remove. Especially in the winter when it's 10 F. and you're on the side of a highway. Then people lose the key and the fun starts... Unless you have real worries about losing wheels, I'd get rid of them. GOOD LUCK!
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The dealer should have a set of keys to figure it out - I had to do this when the tire installer lost my key on my Nissan Maxima forever ago. The dealer was able to figure out what was needed and order me a replacement easily. Otherwise you could have aftermarket locks that someone installed and this "ID" didn't apply.
As long as you have a key now I wouldn't really worry about this.
As long as you have a key now I wouldn't really worry about this.
You may also be able to get the info from a good tire shop.
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I agree. My son was a Sheriffs Deputy. He told me a lot of cars are stolen for joy rides, and then they steal the wheels/tires and stereo equipment. The thieves will take them to a garage where they take their time working on getting the locks and equipment off. Then they take the car to a deserted area where they remove the regular lug nuts and your wheels and tires. He also said most thieves know the places people hide the lock keys, find the key, and just use it like an owner. After I heard that, I also took my locks off, and bought 4 new lugnuts......
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Are we certain the locks are made by McGard?
If so, they are very easy. Take a photo of the lock and email it to McGard and they will get you a key based on the photo. We do it at my dealership from time to time with off-brand stuff.
Locks definitely don't help. They're an inconvenincne more than anything. A theif will happily break your locks and move on.
If so, they are very easy. Take a photo of the lock and email it to McGard and they will get you a key based on the photo. We do it at my dealership from time to time with off-brand stuff.
Locks definitely don't help. They're an inconvenincne more than anything. A theif will happily break your locks and move on.