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I have a patio door. I believe it is an offset thumb turn lock that is keyed on the outside. After the lock is turned to unlock there is a lever to raise that actually releases the locking mechanism from the hooks in the door jam. What is this called

Asked by Erik almost 4 years ago

I believe what you’re describing is called a multi-point lock system. They’re made by various companies, the most popular is Hoppe. Since the systems are made to fit the door, & there are so many different variations, they have to be surveyed by a tech, and special ordered.

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Can I get a replacement key made for my kia soul

Asked by A Brown about 4 years ago

Yes

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Hello. Just bought a car from an auction (2017 focus rs) and it has come with no fob key. Is there anyway I can program one my self or anyway to start it without a key ?

Thanks

Asked by Jude over 3 years ago

No and no. You will have to get a locksmith to come out.

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Broke a key off in my public storage lock is it possible to get that out

Asked by Adrian over 1 year ago

Yes you can. A locksmith has special tools to pull that broken key out without damaging the function of the lock in most cases.

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How can you unlock a magnetic lock, that's locked from the inside and you're stuck outside? How much would it cost for a locksmith to do that?

Asked by Peaches almost 3 years ago

Depends on your area and who you hire. Could be $75 to $250 depending on what needs to be done. It’s impossible for me to say what needs to be done to gain entry without seeing your setup and being there. Every job is different, & this is a special situation.

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How can I get a key replacement for a 2012 Kia optima?

Asked by Joseph over 2 years ago

Go to your local locksmith, they can usually come out to you and do that on site. Or go to the dealer.

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So I have a madeco lock I took apart the housing it was in and lost one of the parts there is like a threaded sleeve it goes in well I lost that sleeve can I still pick the lock or do I need that to continue ue

Asked by Jack over 1 year ago

Unfortunately I am not sure what part you’re talking about. I am not familiar with a threaded sleeve in a Medeco lock; but as long as you have all of the internals springs & pins you should be fine.

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I have a patio door. I believe it is an offset thumb turn lock that is keyed on the outside. After the lock is turned to unlock there is a lever to raise that actually releases the locking mechanism from the hooks in the door jam. What is this called

Can I get a replacement key made for my kia soul

Hello. Just bought a car from an auction (2017 focus rs) and it has come with no fob key. Is there anyway I can program one my self or anyway to start it without a key ?

Thanks

Broke a key off in my public storage lock is it possible to get that out

Also on Jobstr...

How can you unlock a magnetic lock, that's locked from the inside and you're stuck outside? How much would it cost for a locksmith to do that?

How can I get a key replacement for a 2012 Kia optima?

So I have a madeco lock I took apart the housing it was in and lost one of the parts there is like a threaded sleeve it goes in well I lost that sleeve can I still pick the lock or do I need that to continue ue

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I have a patio door. I believe it is an offset thumb turn lock that is keyed on the outside. After the lock is turned to unlock there is a lever to raise that actually releases the locking mechanism from the hooks in the door jam. What is this called

Can I get a replacement key made for my kia soul

Hello. Just bought a car from an auction (2017 focus rs) and it has come with no fob key. Is there anyway I can program one my self or anyway to start it without a key ?Thanks

Broke a key off in my public storage lock is it possible to get that out

Also on Jobstr...

How can you unlock a magnetic lock, that's locked from the inside and you're stuck outside? How much would it cost for a locksmith to do that?

How can I get a key replacement for a 2012 Kia optima?

So I have a madeco lock I took apart the housing it was in and lost one of the parts there is like a threaded sleeve it goes in well I lost that sleeve can I still pick the lock or do I need that to continue ue

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Hello. Just bought a car from an auction (2017 focus rs) and it has come with no fob key. Is there anyway I can program one my self or anyway to start it without a key ?

Thanks