fiat punto keys 500 Locking Wheel Nut Key

The locking wheel nuts assist to prevent theft of the wheels of your vehicle. They are not foolproof, but they make it much more difficult for thieves to steal the bolts and nuts normally used.

They work on a basic concept of a keyed head with the same pattern to how a doorlock works. Only the correct nut/bolt keys are able to reverse these.

Replacement

These locking wheel nuts can be used to stop theft on a variety of alloy wheels included with fiat 500 stolen without keys 500. They are extremely difficult to remove even with the special fiat panda key. There are a few steps to take if you have lost your keys or has been damaged. One option is to search the website of the manufacturer of your car for a replacement code and order an online replacement key. This is a quick and convenient solution and it is usually less expensive than buying one from a main dealer.

You could also try to find keys from friends who may have the same model of car that you do. There are only a handful of different locking wheel nut patterns used by manufacturers, so there's a chance that someone else with a similar car model might have a key that matches your lock. However, please note that this method will only work for basic locks with a fixed inner collar, not for high-end locking nuts from the likes of McGard.

The last option is to ask your breakdown service or motorfactor for a spare key for your wheel-bolt. These are usually made from the same material as the standard wheel brace nuts therefore they are a suitable replacement in an emergency. However, remember that it is important to loosen up the wheel nuts prior to jacking up your car and only remove them completely after the car has been taken down.

If you have a spare key for your wheel bolt it is worth ensuring that you keep it safe, perhaps in your glove box or in the locking wheel nut storage bag, should it be fitted. It is also worth keeping a pen or note somewhere handy to write down the code on the back of the key so that you can quickly order another if you lose it.

Lost

It's a huge pain when you lose your locking wheel nut key. There are several options. The first is to call the manufacturer and place an order for a new one. Each lock set includes a code that allows you to get an alternative from the manufacturer of your vehicle. This code is usually located in the owner's manual.

Another option is to remember the last time you removed your wheels. The key can be found in a small box or bag that has wheel nuts. If you are lucky the garage where the work was completed might have left the keys behind with them.

Finally, you can try using an ordinary wheel brace on the locking nuts to see whether they are able to grip -- but don't use excessive force. The key for locking nuts has one end that is shaped similar to the rest of the lug nuts, while the other end has an opening that is sized to fit the socket or wheel brace. By hammering the socket on the locking nut, you might be able to dislodge the nut enough to remove it by hand. This isn't the best method however, since the lug nuts could be damaged by the excessive heat.

Damaged

The Locking Wheel Nut Key is used to take out the four bolts and Fiat 500 replacement key security nuts that are fitted to the wheels of your Fiat 500 Locked Keys In Car 500 (the remaining three or four bolts can be removed using a normal wheel wrench). The 'Locking Nuts'' have an outer security pattern which can only be reached by the right tool. This is a powerful deterrent to wheel theft. It is important to keep in mind that trying to remove the 'Locking Wheel Nuts' without a key can cause cosmetically damaging or structural damage to your alloy wheels. (It can also be hazardous and even invalidate your vehicle insurance policy). Genuine replacement 'Locking Wheel Nut Keys directly from the manufacturer.

Repaired

Since most modern cars are equipped with locking wheel nuts, it's crucial to know where they are. It might have been stored in a garage if you've had a repair done and they've removed one of the wheels. It could be hidden inside your car's boot, under the seat or in the boot.

If you don't keep spares, it could be a real hassle to lose your locking nut key. If you don't know your code the dealer won't be able help. You can also try the local breakdown business. They might have a kit that can work but will cost you.

There are methods to remove your wheels with no locking wheel nut key, however it's not really recommended. It's much simpler to buy a new set of locks if you can afford it.

Locking wheel nuts have a different pattern than standard lug nuts, and require special socket tools with a matching design to undo them. They are designed to be difficult to remove and, hopefully, deter thieves from stealing your wheels.

The most common design of locking wheel nut is an "keyed head". The locking wheel nut is removed by inserting the fiat ducato key programming inside and then inserting it into the flange. Some have a rotating collar designed to rotate around the nut. This makes it very difficult to use the socket wrench. Some cars use wheel nuts instead of lugnuts, and they are difficult to remove without the proper tool. Some have a shear bolt that will break off if it's removed using the wrong tool.