Factory Wheel locks

[znarf182]

All:

I have a 2004 G35x with the factory wheel locks - somewhere between my new tires and now the wheel lock key has mysteriously disappeared. I'd love to blame the dealer, but I've checked twice with them and even dropped by and I do think they gave me the key - so that means I misplaced it...

What are my options? Is there a code somewhere that tells me what key to order? Is there a place other than the dealer I can go to and order one..

I know this is / was a bone headed move - so thanks in advance for telling me I am a dumb a** for loosing it.

Thanks - Jeff

[pfarmer]

All:

I have a 2004 G35x with the factory wheel locks - somewhere between my new tires and now the wheel lock key has mysteriously disappeared. I'd love to blame the dealer, but I've checked twice with them and even dropped by and I do think they gave me the key - so that means I misplaced it...

What are my options? Is there a code somewhere that tells me what key to order? Is there a place other than the dealer I can go to and order one..

I know this is / was a bone headed move - so thanks in advance for telling me I am a dumb a** for loosing it.

Thanks - Jeff

Its not with the spare?

One option that actually may be the cheap option is to have a shop remove them. I had one taken off at an auto shop for less than 10 bucks. You then can install a new set.

Perry

[Poyzinous]

you're kinda screwed there. Buy a new set. $40. keep the key in the glovebox. The dealer has master sets, with all keys, so they usually don't use yours.

[RichiePoor]

Did you get a card with the locks? It should have a code on it that allows you to reorder a new key from them.

[TISon28s]

A good way to remove them is to take a 3/4 socket and hammer it on. Take a breaker bar and connect it to the socket, and loosen it up. Then hammer the bad wheel lock out and do it all over again.

[pfarmer]

A good way to remove them is to take a 3/4 socket and hammer it on. Take a breaker bar and connect it to the socket, and loosen it up. Then hammer the bad wheel lock out and do it all over again.

I find you can usually just break the tops off with a chisel. They'll usually spin right off after that. If you don't worry about replacing a stud or two then you can take a chance on just splitting it. Whatever method consider wearing a pair of safety glasses and gloves as these things have done bad things when they give up.

Perry

[TISon28s]

True, you can use a chisel as well. But I've never had any problems with having to replace the studs though.

[pfarmer]

True, you can use a chisel as well. But I've never had any problems with having to replace the studs though.

I never had to replace the studs either, but there is a certain danger in using the chisel when it comes to the studs. Any method of course has a certain amound of risks when it comes to the rims. Using a pneumatic with chisel tip works well and is more controllable than hammer and chisel.

Perry

[marlin29311]

I wouldn't even bother replacing - I would use just a normal lug. Anyone that really wants your wheels needs 2 min and they can get the locks off with a variety of different tools.

[pfarmer]

I wouldn't even bother replacing - I would use just a normal lug. Anyone that really wants your wheels needs 2 min and they can get the locks off with a variety of different tools.

While I believe that extra 2 minutes can make a big difference as far as detection you are correct, if they want them the wheel locks will not stop them if they are left alone.

This is one reason why I am looking at enhanced security such as an impact sensor tied into the stock system. I figure one should be able to hijack the hood alarm for example to add one in. I would like to see how the 09 system is different electrically than the 08 for this feature.

Perry

[SVTCOBRA]

I lost the one for my coupe.Went to my local NISSAN dealer and the parts guy gave me a key to use.Then, I purchsed 4 regular nuts from them.You could buy a new set while your there. I don't like them.