What to Do If Car Keys Are Locked Inside the Vehicle?
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Methods to retrieve car keys locked inside the vehicle: 1. Go home to get the spare key; usually, the spare key should not be kept inside the car; 2. Call the 4S store's after-sales rescue service; 3. Contact a professional locksmith company and present your ID card, driver's license, and vehicle registration to unlock the car; 4. If you are in a remote location and rescue cannot arrive in time, you may have to break a window. Avoid breaking the windshield, especially the triangular window, as the repair cost will be very high; 5. The last method requires some skill. After the door is closed, there is a small gap along the window. You can remove the window seal, then use a wire or thin rope to lower it along the window gap near the keyhole, loop it around the door latch, and pull up to open the door.
Last time I also experienced locking the keys in the car. I remember one day after work, I was in a hurry to get home. When parking, I casually threw the keys on the seat and only realized I forgot to take them after closing the door. At that moment, I really wanted to break the window, but a friend stopped me, saying it was dangerous and could easily damage the window. Fortunately, I had a spare unlocking service number in my phone, so I called a professional locksmith who fixed it in less than half an hour for 200 yuan. The tools he used were compact and didn’t damage the car door. After that, I learned my lesson—now I always carry a spare key in an anti-loss bag in the car or leave one at the office just in case. After years of driving, I’ve realized prevention is key: check your pockets for keys every time you exit the car, avoid leaving valuables inside to deter thieves, and regularly check the key’s sensor function.
Don't panic if you lock your keys in the car while driving – I've been in this awkward situation many times. The first reaction should be to look for a spare key. I usually keep one in my wallet or have a family member hold onto it, so they can bring it over quickly. If that's not an option, try using your smartphone app – many modern cars support remote unlocking, like mine which allows phone-controlled unlocking. As a last resort, call a professional locksmith service, which typically costs between 150 to 300 RMB. Avoid risky attempts like prying the door open or breaking the window with hard objects, as this can easily injure your hands or damage the car body. Here's a tip: develop the habit of checking before exiting the car, always keep your keys in a fixed pocket instead of carelessly leaving them inside. Also, during rainy seasons, be mindful of the locking system getting wet and malfunctioning when parking.
When taking my child to the park, I carelessly left the car keys next to the child seat and only realized they were locked inside after closing the door. I was so anxious that I immediately called the property management's locksmith service. The technician was quick and skillful, using a tool to gently hook and open the door in less than 10 minutes. He mentioned this is a common issue and suggested keeping a spare key in a home safe. Without a spare, he advised against trying to force the door handle or pry with wires, as causing damage would make things worse. After this incident, I developed a good habit: always feeling for the keys with my fingers to confirm their location before parking, or buying a small lanyard to attach them to my waist. Simple prevention is better than emergency fixes, especially when going out with kids—always double-check items in the car.
