fiat car keys Cut fiat 500 key replacement Locking Wheel Nut Key

The locking wheel nuts assist to prevent theft of your vehicle's wheels. Although they are not 100% secure and cannot be assured they make it more difficult for thieves to remove bolts and nuts of standard size.

They work on a very simple principle, employing keys and a pattern that matches (similar to the way a door lock works). Only the correct nut/bolt key are able to reverse these.

Replacement

These locking wheel nuts can be used to stop theft on many of the alloy wheels that come with fiat ducato remote key replacement 500. The wheel nuts are difficult to remove, even with the key that is specially designed for them. There are a few steps to follow if you've lost your key or it has broken. You can order an online key by checking the official website of the manufacturer. This is a fast and efficient solution and is usually cheaper than purchasing one from a main dealer.

You can also ask your friends who own the same car to help you find an alternative. Manufacturers typically only make use of a handful of locking wheel nut patterns, so there is a good possibility that someone with a similar model might have a key that matches your lock. But, be aware that this method will only work with basic locks that have a fixed inner collar -- not high-spec locking nuts like those of McGard.

The final option is to ask your breakdown provider or motorfactor for a spare wheel-bolt key. They are typically made of the same material as the wheel brace nuts that are standard so they will be an ideal replacement in the event of an emergency. But, keep in mind that it is important to loosen up the wheel nuts prior to starting to jack up your car, and to only remove them fully when the car is taken down.

If you have a spare key, it's best to keep it somewhere secure. Perhaps in your glove compartment, or in the locking wheel-nut storage bag if you have one. Keep a pen or note nearby to write down the code on the key's back. This will make it easier for you to purchase a new key in the event that you lose it.

Lost

When you lose the locking wheel nut, it could be a huge trouble. There are several options. You can contact the manufacturer to request a replacement. Each set of locks includes an identifier which allows you to request a replacement from the manufacturer of the vehicle. You might be able to find this code in your owner's manual or in the service book.

You can also try to recall the last time you took off your wheels. The key is usually found in a small plastic box or in a bag that holds the wheel nuts. If you're lucky the garage that performed the work may have left the key with them.

You can also use a wheel brace to check if the locking nuts grip. However, don't apply too much force. The locking nut key is shaped in the same manner as the lug nuts and features a hole on the opposite end that fits into a wheel brace. You may be able remove the locking nut by hand if you hammer the socket onto it. This method is not ideal because the lug nut will be damaged if you apply too much heat.

Damaged

The 'Locking Wheel Nut Key is used to take out the four bolts/security nuts fitted to the wheels of your fiat punto replacement key 500 (the remaining three or four bolts can be removed using a normal wheel wrench). The 'Locking Wheel Nuts,' have an outer security pattern which can only be reached with the appropriate tool. This is an effective deterrent to wheel theft. It is important to remember that attempting to remove the 'Locking Nuts' with a tool without the key can cause cosmetically damaging or structural damage to your alloy wheels. (It can also be hazardous and may even invalidate your vehicle insurance policy). Genuine replacement 'Locking Nut Key' supplied directly from the manufacturer.

Repaired

As most modern cars come equipped with locking wheel nuts it's important that you know where they are. If you've had a repair and one of your wheels was removed, it might have been left behind in the garage. It could be hidden in your car in the boot or under the seat in the boot.

It's a huge hassle to lose the locking wheel nut key, particularly when you don't have spares. You can buy one from the dealer but this will be expensive, and even if you don't possess your key, they won't be able to assist. You could also contact the local breakdown company and they'll likely have a kit that can work however it will cost you.

There are ways to take off your wheels without a locking wheel nut, but it's not a good idea. If you have the money, it's easier to buy an entirely new set of locks.

Locking wheel nuts have a distinct pattern than standard lug nuts, and they require special socket tools with the same design to remove them. They are designed to make it difficult to remove them and to deter thieves.

The most well-known design of locking wheel nut has an "keyed head". The key of the locking wheel fits into this and slots into the flange to remove it. Some models come with a rotating collar which is designed to rotate around the nut, making it very difficult to obtain the desired position using the socket wrench. Some cars have wheel nuts instead of lugnuts and they are difficult to remove without the right tool. Certain cars have a shear-bolt that can break if you remove it using the wrong tool.