Posts Tagged: wheel lock removal
Remove Wheel Locks Without a Key in Minutes
How to Remove Wheel Locks Without a Key Quick Summary You can remove locking lug nuts without a key by using a 12-point socket, but you do need to be careful. The key to this method is choosing the correct size socket, driving it onto the locking lug nuts securely, and backing them off without damaging the wheel studs. I’ll also explain how to safely remove locking lug nuts from the socket afterward and when it’s smarter to replace the entire set. I have an article on locking lug nuts … Read More
How to Remove a Stripped Lug Nut
Stripped Lug Nut Removal: What Works and What Makes It Worse Quick Summary Lug nuts strip for two reasons: 1) You used the wrong size socket, and it rounded the corners of the lug nut, or 2) The lug nut has rusted and swollen up the chrome cap. Here are the two best ways to remove those lug nuts: • Use a half-size socket: Tool manufacturers offer half-size sockets to deal with these problems. If you have a 19mm lug nut and it’s swollen, purchase a 19.5mm socket. The same … Read More