The Car Seat Spare Key
Many parents have experienced the dreaded moment of trying to reach behind their child in the car seat but not being able to get enough force to unbuckle the straps. A company called NAMRA has created The Car Seat Key to make this task much easier.
UK Auto Locksmith offers a cheaper alternative to purchasing the new key to your seat from the Seat dealer.
Lost Keys
The first thing to do if you lose your car key is to look at the location where you normally keep keys. Some keys "drift" from their normal place and end up on the surface or under something. It is vital not to give up too soon particularly if the area has been searched several times. If you have done this but are still unable to locate your keys, call the local locksmith for help. A locksmith's services are usually cheaper than visiting dealerships for replacement car keys. The locksmith will require information about your vehicle including the VIN or the key code number. This will help them identify your vehicle and give the correct key to start.
Broken Keys
If a key is broken in your lock with that stomach-curling snap, feelings of anxiety and despair pour down on you. Take your breath before you give up. It's not impossible. If you're lucky, you may be able grab the broken piece using pliers with needle noses. If not, tweezers work just as well (just be careful not to push the broken edge deeper into the lock).
A great trick is using a can WD-40(r), Smart Straw which has a smart nozzle to spray directly into the keyhole. This will help the damaged piece to slide out and loosen any binds which could be holding it in place. You can try wriggling it up and down, or in and out, to remove it from whatever is causing it to be stuck.
Other methods have been tested by people, like using a paperclip on both sides of the lock to grasp the broken piece and lever it out. You can also try a drill bit, but make sure you drill the hole on the exposed side of the damaged part of the key--not the lock itself.
Keys that are damaged Keys
Sometimes, what appears to be a serious hardware problem could be just a bit of dust or grit that has settled under the key preventing it from working properly. Most of the time, you can fix the issue yourself without having to buy replacement parts. All you require is a plastic prying item (something like a credit card is ideal, but you could use a flathead screwdriver in a pinch) and a container that can hold the pieces of the key while you take them off.
Additionally, you will require the spudger tool to remove the stubborn dirt and grime from the key's grooves and a Q-tip to clean the pad. If you are able to remove the key and its internal parts, make sure you note their position to ensure you can put them back together in a proper way later on.
If The KeyLab is completely broken off in the ignition or fob, you will need to have an expert locksmith repair it for you. This is because Seat uses a unique 4-digit security code to program the keys to the car and they do not provide the information to anyone, even the owners. We can locate this code with a specialist tool and program and provide you with a brand new replacement key at a lower cost than the dealership.
Stolen Keys
The replacement of keys to your car is more expensive and challenging when they are stolen, rather than damaged or lost. It is always beneficial to have a spare car key in your vehicle since it will be less expensive and faster than going through the dealership. UK Auto Locksmith is a specialist car locksmith that can assist with getting replacement keys or programming the keys to your car. The service is offered across the country, and their rates are considerably lower than dealerships. They are a reputable business and have a fantastic customer service team that can assist customers with any inquiries.