A lock that is not mastered will only work with one key. By adding small pins in the lock cylinder it can be made to use two keys. The second key is a master key. By adding different sizes of these small pins to the cylinders of locks with different keys they can all be made to work with this master key. For a full explanation go to http://home.howstuffworks.com/home-improvement/household-safety/security/question710.htm
Just like any other key ... except that a master key will open more than one lock.
It's not similar to a master key..but a "magnetic compass"
You have to have a combination. If you have a key lock you don't need a combination, all it is is a lock that says master and a key to turn it and then it opens what you have in it.
Some master locks are rekeyable, most are not.
One can purchase a brand new master key at websites such as Amazon, eBay, and Master Lock. The term is very vague and could be the book, "Master Key", or could be an actual key.
I came across this problem. There is a lock below the steering wheel that will cause the trunk lever to disengage when it is pushed in. Use the master key to turn the lock (located below the steering wheel). It must be the master key. Without the master key you will need to remove the lock (located below the steering wheel). Good luck.
The Master Password for Folder Locker 7.0 is the Registration Key given at the time of registration.
A lock that is not mastered will only work with one key. By adding small pins in the lock cylinder it can be made to use two keys. The second key is a master key. By adding different sizes of these small pins to the cylinders of locks with different keys they can all be made to work with this master key. For a full explanation go to http://home.howstuffworks.com/home-improvement/household-safety/security/question710.htm
A locksmith will be able to provide the combination from the code number stamped on the back of the lock.
I don't believe that there is such a thing master key for ford escorts. My suggestion is to call a locksmith and replace the lock that you have lost that key for.
Master Lock was created in 1921.
Lock smith! They can either open the door or make you a duplicate key (no master key needed).