I remember when i first got started on e30 s i took like an hour to remove a fucking steering wheel because the column was locked.
How to remove vw roof rack without key.
When a customer is needing a replacement key the only option is to locate the stamped number on the lock core and find a matching lock core set like rrrk005 4 for key 005 which includes two new keys along with lock barrels.
Once it s inserted fully a quarter turn clockwise should lock in place the mechanism for instance one of the four feet of a car roof rack.
Remove the master key and try the locking key.
As such they use thule locks.
I ultimately want to sell the rack.
Using that number you can either get replacement keys from votex or through thule directly might even be cheaper without the vw markup.
If the keys are universal can i borrow a key and send it back.
Using that number you can either get replacement keys from votex or through thule directly might even be cheaper without the vw markup.
I purchased a used 09 jsw with a factory roof rack.
I would like to remove the rack but i do not have a key.
I want to remove the crossbars and the car did not come with the tool needed to remove them.
The votex roof rack is made by thule specifically for volkswagen.
There should be a 4 digit number stamped on the locks.
Yeah time to pick that shit.
On the net where you bid for things ebay name is 101lock.
Remember to hit all the tumblers.
Then the junkyard closed and i had to leave.
As such they use thule locks.
Just for future reference found the best cheapest place for thule or yakima replacement keys.
Rhino rack does not make just the replacement keys for their roof racks available.
There should be a 4 digit number stamped on the locks.
Is there anyway to remove it without a key.
Then try using the locking key.
Obviously this isn t a realistic option for you since you don t have any need for.
I bought a 2015 gti with a roof rack.
Press your finger against the lock cylinder to keep it in place and use your other hand to pull out the master key.