How do you open Ag body trunk without a key?
you can open the trunk from outside the car without a key- you just need a screwdriver. flip the license plate down and pop out the clip that holds the lock cylinder in place and pull the cylinder out. then stick a long flat screwdriver in there and pop the latch.
When do I need to replace my trunk key?
You may need to replace your trunk key lock if you have lost your trunk key or the lock has become worn or damaged. You need not purchase an entire lock assembly; you only need a new cylinder that has been machined to match your master car key. A locksmith can read the reference numbers on your old cylinder and find a new one for this purpose.
How do you remove a trunk key lock?
Remove any interior body panels that prevent access to the trunk key lock. Use a flat-head screwdriver to pry out any clips or push snaps that hold the body panels in place.
How do you replace a trunk lock cylinder?
Obtain a replacement cylinder. Install your replacement cylinder by pushing it into the old lock. The pin on the new cylinder will automatically pop into the locked position to hold the cylinder in place. Reverse the steps above to reinstall the lock. Treat the inside of all of your keyed lock cylinders with a graphite spray once or twice a year.
Where is the pin on the trunk lock?
Pull the trunk lock out of the car when all the screws are removed. Release the cylinder pin. On the side of the key lock cylinder (the round tube in the center of your lock that the key turns to activate the lock) there will be a small circular pin that is flush to the surface of the cylinder body.
You may need to replace your trunk key lock if you have lost your trunk key or the lock has become worn or damaged. You need not purchase an entire lock assembly; you only need a new cylinder that has been machined to match your master car key. A locksmith can read the reference numbers on your old cylinder and find a new one for this purpose.
Remove any interior body panels that prevent access to the trunk key lock. Use a flat-head screwdriver to pry out any clips or push snaps that hold the body panels in place.
How do you replace a keyed lock cylinder?
Install your replacement cylinder by pushing it into the old lock. The pin on the new cylinder will automatically pop into the locked position to hold the cylinder in place. Reverse the steps above to reinstall the lock. Treat the inside of all of your keyed lock cylinders with a graphite spray once or twice a year.
Pull the trunk lock out of the car when all the screws are removed. Release the cylinder pin. On the side of the key lock cylinder (the round tube in the center of your lock that the key turns to activate the lock) there will be a small circular pin that is flush to the surface of the cylinder body.