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Old Jun 17, 2005 | 02:15 PM
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need help with stock wheel lock

I can get all of them off but one. Damn wheel lock key doesn't want to bite ! I think the wheel lock pattern is slightly deformed so maybe thats why its not biting. Any suggestions?
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Old Jun 17, 2005 | 03:06 PM
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take a socket that is a little tight and hammer it in to jam it in the socket and open it. That is the easiest way of doin it.
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Old Jun 17, 2005 | 03:13 PM
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How about the Gator grip socket?

http://gator-grip.com/
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Old Jun 17, 2005 | 03:18 PM
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I almost had the same problem last time I rotated my tires. If the wheel lock key itself is deformed, you can order a new one. If the lug nut wheel lock is messed up, good luck as I have no idea how you would ever get it off. If it's a factory Mitsubish part them you should take it down to the dealer and make them get if off for you.
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Old Jun 17, 2005 | 03:19 PM
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had the same problem, i fixed it with a hammer and a 3/4" socket...

edit: then I had mitsu buy my 4 new locking lugs.

Last edited by MeKilla; Jun 17, 2005 at 03:22 PM.
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Old Jun 17, 2005 | 03:20 PM
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Also your dealer has a master key set of lock sockets; you can swing by and 'borrow' them if need be.
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Old Jun 17, 2005 | 07:29 PM
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this is usually located where your spare is and your jack right?
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Old Jun 17, 2005 | 07:48 PM
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like a few others said..... use a normal socket and tap it on there you'll be able to get it off I had to do it on a car in my auto class not exactly the best method but it works.
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