How to Open the Car Door When the Key is Locked Inside?
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If the car key is locked inside, you can use a spare key or contact a locksmith company. Below are detailed solutions: 1. Generally, after the car door is closed, there will be a sealing strip between the door window and the car body. Remove the sealing strip of the window, then use a wire or thin rope to lower it down along the gap of the window at the position of the door key. Once it hooks onto the door latch, pull it upwards to open the door. 2. If the car key is locked inside, you can use methods such as using a spare key, contacting a professional locksmith company, using a mobile phone remote control, calling the car networking customer service, consulting the manufacturer, or cutting off the power supply to help unlock the car. 3. Nowadays, cars usually come with two keys, one for regular use and the other as a spare. If the regular key is lost, the spare key can come in handy. You can either go back to get it or ask a family member to bring the spare key.
Last time I left my keys in the car, I used the spare mechanical key to open it. Most remote keys nowadays have a hidden keyhole on the side—just press the small button on top of the key to pull out the metal blade. Look for the small cover on the driver's side door handle and pry it open with the tip of the key to reveal the emergency lock. If you don't have a spare key, it's a hassle—you'll need to contact the dealership to unlock it. However, many new cars now support remote unlocking via a mobile app. My electric car was saved by this feature last time. Just remember: never try to pry open the window with a wire or mess with the door seams—those delicate sensors inside aren't built to withstand rough handling, and repairs cost way more than unlocking.
