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Locks and Latches

Locks and latches are parts of a door. While the latch ensures that the door stays in a closed position to prevent it from opening, lock prevents the door from being opened without a matching key.

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What is the best way to unlock a 1994 Cougar without keys?

Simply place a beveled block of wood in between the window and the door to make a gap about 3 inches in front of the hand lock. Then with a metal rod bent at 45 degrees just work it in there until you can find the right bar to pop up. You shouldn't have to work it around or down too far. This method worked on a 1998 F150.

Is it illegal to own lock picks in Florida?

Yes, it is legal for any citizen in the United States (and in all 50 states) to own and carry lock picks.

What is an ignition switch puller?

It's a device that you stick into the ignition of a car and it removes the entire console from the dashboard...it's meant for replacing ignitions if something gets stuck there or some other reason preventing you from using the ignition....ALTHOUGH some people use it to cripple cars for people as well, a more severe case of tire slashing when you think about it ... :)

If the hood release is jammed on a 1986 Cavalier what do you do?

I had the same problem once and took it to Firestone. They told me that you need to pull the level out really hard, don't worry it won't come out, and the hood should pop open. I wouldn't recommend this because yours might differ.

How do you fix a door on a 91 grand marquis that doesn't lock from inside or outside and canout unlock from outside either?

I would suggest the you remove the inner door panel to gain access to the lock. I believe that the plastic retainer that connects the lock to the catch is broken. In any case you will need to remove the inner door panel to determine the problem. The part is probably under a $1.00 but a hassel to get at..1930fcoupe

Subaru central locking?

my remote central locking as just stoped working any ideas batt on key fob is new

locked car up at night next morning just wont open got to use key

What is master key?

A master key is an original operating key and operates all locks on a vehicle. Sometimes there are two keys, a master and a valet. The valet key is used when you drop off a car for someone else to park. A valet key will not open a trunk or glove box.

How do you change hinge pins on a 2000 blazer?

You probably don't need to change the pins, just the bushings (unless you let the bushings wear through to the pins). If you need to replace the pins (or bushings), first you need a stool or crate (to set the door on) or someone to help you, since the door is surprisingly heavy. Next, hammer a tap (or a Flathead screwdriver) onto the bottom of the pin until it is free (falls out). You may need a Flathead screwdriver or chisel to pry the bushings out of the hole Replace the pin and bushings. Check the pins for wear, and if there is none, put them back. It seems like an ordeal, but it is actually pretty mechanical and simple.

How deep is the lock?

Do you want to know about a lock or a loch? And which one?

How do you open the hood on a 1998 blazer when the hood release below the dash is broken?

Very simple, have somebody pull on the release from inside either with the plastic lever or with a pair of pliers while you push up and down on the hood. It will jiggle loose. also pound on it with your fist

How do you change a door lock cylinder in a new beetle drivers door?

Try contacting an auto body shop or the dealership! If they can't help you, put an add in the paper or on line.

Another way is to remove the lock by taking out the screw even with the lock at the edge of the door. Install the lock in the reverse order. A locksmith can also do this.

How do you locate a power lock relay?

One way is to:

1) disconnect the fuse for the power locks

2) press the power lock/unlock switch on the door panel, or keyless entry system as usual to operate the lock

3) the clicking sound is the power lock relay, which you can use to help locate it, although if it's under the dash, may still be difficult to find.

4) if there's no sound, then the relay is toast, and consulting a technical manual specific to your vehicle, or calling the dealer, is probably the only way

Door locks will not open on a 1998 Toyota Tacoma?

If the windows and the bottom two cig lighters dont work then its a blown fuse.

You own a 88 Chevy beretta the hood release cable is broken how can you open the hood?

my Beretta is a 94 and it hood release is broke just the silver cable show ,,, i use needle nose pliers and pull it !

How do you get the door latch on a Dodge Grand Caravan out of the closed position in order to close the door?

AnswerUnlock it with the key.

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If you're asking about the "latch" which holds the door shut (visible when door is open), it (the latch) may be in the CLOSED position. (When in the OPEN position, it resembles a "U" on its side.)

When you close the door under normal circumstances, an internal "tooth" snaps down, closing the "U" into an "O," grasping the stationary peg in the door frame, thus holding the door in its closed position.

I have "opened" a latch closed in this "O" position by inserting a short, sturdy screwdriver (in lieu of the door frame's "peg" ) and PULLING INWARD while operating the EXTERNAL DOOR HANDLE and pulling OUTWARD. (The door must be unlocked for this to work.)

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Next time - don't play with the latch of an open door. :-)

How do you change the lock on the tailgate of a 1998 Chrysler Town and Country?

To replace lock cylinder in the hatch ,first inside hatch panel must be removed.

After removing the panel you will have access to the lock cylinder. Remove the linkage to

the cylinder and pull the retaining clip from the cylinder and the lock can be removed

from the outside of the latch. This is not a hard job to do , 1 hour max if your slow .

How do you change ignition switch without key 1996 GMC Safari?

You have to drill the guts out of the ignition lock cylinder to remove the lock cylinder.A new lock cylinder will come with 2 keys. The original ignition switch itself is probably okay and reusable.

What is a spider key?

A Spider key is a homemade tool used mostly by shop lifters to disable certain electronic loss prevention devices stores put on their higher end items like the digital cameras and flat screen TV's at Wal-Mart. The key is made out of a credit card sized piece of wood or plastic with four small strong magnets glued on each corner in a specific pattern of "pulling" and "pushing" magnetic fields. The credit card sized key replicates the magnetic code the store uses to remove the security devices once the product has been purchased. These keys are technically not illegal but if you are caught with one inside a store you can expect a burglary tools misdemeanor charge and confiscation of the key at the least

Why does the central locking on my2001 transit now not work since you replaced 1 backdoor the new door doesnt have a black cap where the lock goesbut the loom was the sameis this why?

HI IF THERE IS A HOLE FOR THE BARREL ITS A MANUALLY LOCKIN DOOR IF THERES NO HOLE ITS A CENTRAL LOCKING OPERATED DOOR SO YOU WOULD PROB HAVE TO PUT ALL YOUR WIRING/LOCK MECHANISM IN IT..................

Are double cylinder deadbolt locks in violation of the fire code in Mesa AZ?

Yes, doors from individual dwelling or sleeping units of residential units are allowed to have a lock, latch or night bolt, "provided such devices are operable from the insidewithout the use of a key or tool."

Mesa has adopted an amended version of the 2006 International Fire Code

How do you fix door that won't open from outside a 1994 Oldsmobile cutlass supreme?

Pull the inner door panel off and look inside the door and you will probably find a rod off the outside door handle.

How do you open a locked door?

Take something thin and bendable like a bobby pin or paperclip, put it in the key slot and twist until it kind of the shape of the key hole and when you hear a click turn the door and it should be unlocked. or take a hanger and put it in the side of the door and push it in and pull.