Bmw wheel lock removal

F32_Major · 01-28-2019, 08:28 AM

I bought my 435i from a private party but didnt realize it had wheel locks on the wheel until it was time to get new tires and the techs were unable to remove the wheel due to the lock on all 4 tires. I personally dont have the key neither does the previous owner. I bought a new pair of wheel locks from the dealership prior to knowing the car already had them. Does anyone know how much the dealership will charge to remove them ?

SunzOut · 01-28-2019, 08:34 AM

If they are nice...I would hope that one of those keep the customer happy freebies....

bloodline129 · 01-28-2019, 08:46 AM

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Originally Posted by F32_Major

I bought my 435i from a private party but didnt realize it had wheel locks on the wheel until it was time to get new tires and the techs were unable to remove the wheel due to the lock on all 4 tires. I personally dont have the key neither does the previous owner. I bought a new pair of wheel locks from the dealership prior to knowing the car already had them. Does anyone know how much the dealership will charge to remove them ?

With you buying a new set with the dealer, freebie sounds like an incentive they should do to earn some of ur business 😉

khj24 · 01-28-2019, 08:47 AM

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Originally Posted by F32_Major

I bought my 435i from a private party but didnt realize it had wheel locks on the wheel until it was time to get new tires and the techs were unable to remove the wheel due to the lock on all 4 tires. I personally dont have the key neither does the previous owner. I bought a new pair of wheel locks from the dealership prior to knowing the car already had them. Does anyone know how much the dealership will charge to remove them ?

Mine did it for free, not saying that is what you should expect as my SA went and did it himself. In my case I was just trying to buy a new key for the lock.

F32_Major · 01-28-2019, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by bloodline129

With you buying a new set with the dealer, freebie sounds like an incentive they should do to earn some of ur business 😉

Your right hopefully they do it for free !

F32_Major · 01-28-2019, 08:53 AM

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Originally Posted by khj24

Mine did it for free, not saying that is what you should expect as my SA went and did it himself. In my case I was just trying to buy a new key for the lock.

I beleive they would do it for free since i bought a new pair of locks from them

khj24 · 01-28-2019, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by F32_Major

I beleive they would do it for free since i bought a new pair of locks from them

That would be my expectation, if you have the actual code for the lock currently on your wheel you could save them some time.

John in VA · 01-28-2019, 09:14 AM

If those locks are from BMW, the dealer might have the key to remove them - there are a limited number of "codes"/keys. They can also be removed with an oversized socket pounded onto them - ruins the socket & lock bolt.

Gen13 F36 · 01-28-2019, 09:40 AM

If the previous owner don't have the key...you say. Did you at least look around inside the car for the wheel lock key, usually every owner just left it somewhere inside the car. Trunk, glove box, check where the battery is or the tool compartment.

If not then time to break them

eddymerckx3 · 01-28-2019, 09:58 AM

F32_Major · 01-28-2019, 10:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Gen13 F36

If the previous owner don't have the key...you say. Did you at least look around inside the car for the wheel lock key, usually every owner just left it somewhere inside the car. Trunk, glove box, check where the battery is or the tool compartment.

If not then time to break them

I checked all over the car already, and with someone from bmw but they told me i would have to come back with an appointment because they were booked with other clients at the time

jparnes1 · 01-28-2019, 10:52 AM

Just get the key on amazon. What's the big deal?
McGard 24215 Chrome M14 x 1.5 Thread Size Cone Seat Wheel Lock Set, (Set of 4) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004UARNHO..._vmZtCbMJKG09C

F32_Major · 01-28-2019, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by jparnes1

Just get the key on amazon. What's the big deal?
McGard 24215 Chrome M14 x 1.5 Thread Size Cone Seat Wheel Lock Set, (Set of 4) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004UARNHO..._vmZtCbMJKG09C

Thank you i appreciate this

Billfitz · 01-28-2019, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by jparnes1

Just get the key on amazon. What's the big deal?
McGard 24215 Chrome M14 x 1.5 Thread Size Cone Seat Wheel Lock Set, (Set of 4) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004UARNHO..._vmZtCbMJKG09C

That's not a lock bolt for a BMW, that's a lock nut for a wheel with lugs. McGard does make lock bolts for BMW, but they don't all use the same key. It would make them pretty useless if all McGard keys fit all McGard locks.
OP, there are special lock remover sockets, your dealer probably has one. Since you bought the new locks from him he would likely pull the old ones and install the new at no charge.

Rebound · 01-28-2019, 10:26 PM

Harbor Freight also sells a set of wheel lock keys. I can't find it online, but I saw the set last time I was in the store.

Waltabeast · 01-29-2019, 12:13 AM

Haha this same situation happened to me. Also bought from a private dealer. What i did was, i went to the dealer and they have a master key set. And they try every wheel lock key until one fits your specific wheel lock. Then you can buy it for like $15.

greyf36 · 01-29-2019, 12:18 AM

https://www.youtube.com/results?sear...bmw+wheel+lock

try this

.BMW. · 01-29-2019, 02:13 AM

Your BMW dealer has a master set with all wheel lock patterns (about 25 versions) for the OEM McGard wheel lock bolts.

Will take them max 5 min to help you remove your four current wheel locks.

Batang.Gapo · 01-29-2019, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by .BMW.

Your BMW dealer has a master set with all wheel lock patterns (about 25 versions) for the OEM McGard wheel lock bolts.

Will take them max 5 min to help you remove your four current wheel locks.

I second that.

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John in VA Colonel 998 Rep 2,212 Posts Drives: 2015 228i M Sport Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Leesburg, VA iTrader: (6)	If those locks are from BMW, the dealer might have the key to remove them - there are a limited number of "codes"/keys. They can also be removed with an oversized socket pounded onto them - ruins the socket & lock bolt. __________________ ____________________________________________ 2015 BMW 228i in EstorilBlau II Metallic / Terra Dakota Leather - 6-speed manual, M Sport Package, Cold Weather Package, Lighting Package, Premium Package, Harman Kardon premium sound, Anti-theft alarm system, Blue Metallic Matt Accent Moldings, Aluminum Hexagon Interior Strips, Anthracite Headlining
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jparnes1 Colonel 248 Rep 2,387 Posts Drives: 2016 340i, 2012 Z4 35i Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NY iTrader: (1)	Just get the key on amazon. What's the big deal? McGard 24215 Chrome M14 x 1.5 Thread Size Cone Seat Wheel Lock Set, (Set of 4) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004UARNHO..._vmZtCbMJKG09C __________________ 2016 340i XDrive, EBII/black, 6 MT, M Sport, Track Handling, Cold Weather, Tech, Lighting, Driver Assistance Plus. 2012 Z4 35i, ED 2/24/2012, Melbourne Red Metallic, Black Leather, Carbon Trim, 6MT, M Sport, CW, PP, PS, NAV, CA.
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Rebound Second Lieutenant 153 Rep 258 Posts Drives: F33: The 435i Convertible Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Oregon iTrader: (0)	Harbor Freight also sells a set of wheel lock keys. I can't find it online, but I saw the set last time I was in the store.
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Waltabeast Private First Class 72 Rep 145 Posts Drives: 2016 435i M sport Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Fontana, California iTrader: (0)	Haha this same situation happened to me. Also bought from a private dealer. What i did was, i went to the dealer and they have a master key set. And they try every wheel lock key until one fits your specific wheel lock. Then you can buy it for like $15.
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.BMW. Major General 1863 Rep 5,140 Posts Drives: BMW F11/F31 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Sweden iTrader: (0)	Your BMW dealer has a master set with all wheel lock patterns (about 25 versions) for the OEM McGard wheel lock bolts. Will take them max 5 min to help you remove your four current wheel locks.
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