Are wheel lock keys universal?
No, wheel locks are not necessary; regular OEM nuts or bolts will do the job as long as they are all in place, fit properly to the rims and torqued to specs. Wheel lock nuts or bolts have a unique pattern and come as a set with the key that matches that pattern.
What to do if a wheel lock nut key is missing or broken?
Often a wheel lock key simply wears out from repeated use. When this happens, and you cannot remove the wheel locks with the tools you have, there are a couple of options. One option is to call your mechanic or any local auto repair shop.
Do you need a key to change a tire?
Quite some time ago you installed locking wheel bolts on your vehicle to protect your fancy rims and tires from theft. This has worked out perfectly, but now a tire needs to be changed. You are lucky in that you remember where you kept the key. Excellent, let’s see how to change a tire with the key.
Where can I find the wheel lock key?
Many cars have wheel locks supplied by the company called McGard. They sell online, and you can even order the key only, as long as you have the key code, which is usually stored with the set as an ID card. It might also be in your owner’s manual pouch. What is the best place to store a wheel lock key?
What do I need to remove wheel lock?
In order to remove the wheel lock you will need a good quality 12 point socket that is a little bit smaller than the wheel locks. Please do not use that to steal somebody’s wheels! You probably do not want yours stolen either. This is NOT a sponsored video.
What to do if your wheel lock key goes missing?
At Brandsport.com, we even carry extra Wheel Lock Keys and lug nut removers to keep in your garage, just in case your wheel lock key goes missing or gets damaged. Our lug nut removers will allow you to remove those stubborn lug nuts or wheel locks with ease so you can get your wheels off, get done what you need to get done, and get moving!
Do you need lug nut remover for wheel lock keys?
At Brandsport, we offer common lug nut removers to help you get the lug nut off of your wheels when you need to. The last thing you want to be doing is searching for lug nut keys when you need to get on with your day. Prevent the problem with our wheel lock keys.
Quite some time ago you installed locking wheel bolts on your vehicle to protect your fancy rims and tires from theft. This has worked out perfectly, but now a tire needs to be changed. You are lucky in that you remember where you kept the key. Excellent, let’s see how to change a tire with the key.
How to replace the wheel lock key on an Altima?
So, that leaves with an issue: how to replace the wheel lock key? Is the dealership able to give me a new key for the wheel locks on my Altima or will I have to buy brand new wheel locks and a new key to fit the new wheel locks? I still have the stock wheels & wheel locks that came on the car when I bought it from the dealership.