What is a trunk lock?
Trunk locks keep the trunk or tailgate of a car locked for protection. They differ very little from the locks of car doors and other common locks on vehicles. Most are divided into three different sections: the lock mechanism itself, the emergency trip-lock mechanisms and the automatic release mechanism.
How much does it cost to replace a trunk lock cylinder?
The average cost for trunk lock cylinder replacement is between $169 and $179. Labor costs are estimated between $41 and $52 while parts are priced at $128. This range does not include taxes and fees, and does not factor in your specific vehicle or unique location.
Is there a lock on the trunk lid?
Vehicles with and without remote or keyless entry will have a lock on the trunk, which allows access to the trunk whether or not the interior or keyless trunk release functions. To keep this secure, a unique lock cylinder is installed into the trunk lid, and the key to the vehicle is only key that will turn that lock.
How much does it cost to replace a trunk key?
Chances are pretty good that if your lock has a plain narrow slot like the one shown above (left) this key will fit. Replacement key, style #1, sold in packs of two keys each for $10; shipping included for all USA locations. Need more than just a few of these?
What to do if your trunk is locked?
Your trunk is locked shut, might have a treasure map inside or a document signed by Abe Lincoln or cold hard cash. Look, let’s face facts – Fact #1 – The only thing in that trunk is an old dirty t-shirt that your Uncle Sid left in there by accident just before he snapped the lock shut.
The average cost for trunk lock cylinder replacement is between $169 and $179. Labor costs are estimated between $41 and $52 while parts are priced at $128. This range does not include taxes and fees, and does not factor in your specific vehicle or unique location.
How does a trunk lock work in a car?
Today’s trunk locking mechanisms are comprised of a keyed lock cylinder and a trunk lock actuator in cars that offer a power trunk release once activated. The trunk lock actuator then releases the trunk latch so the trunk can be opened.
Vehicles with and without remote or keyless entry will have a lock on the trunk, which allows access to the trunk whether or not the interior or keyless trunk release functions. To keep this secure, a unique lock cylinder is installed into the trunk lid, and the key to the vehicle is only key that will turn that lock.
Are there any locking storage trunks on Amazon?
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