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Old 06-06-2006, 06:47 PM
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Ok, I managed to lock the keys in the car. That's what happens when your in and out of the drivers seat 15 times or so while adjusting the idle and then decide to lock the door when you go get a bite to eat!

Anyways. 1990 Notch, no power locks, windows are shut tight.

Can a locksmith open it nicely? On my Sonoma the had to pry the door open at the top (should have seen the look on my face) to get to the lock. Can they use a slim jim on mustangs? I really don't like the idea of prying the door open.

Someone mentioned going in through the underside of the door handle? Anyone have more info on this?

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Old 06-06-2006, 06:48 PM
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wow that suxs...... dont know how to help on that one but id like to know
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Someone mentioned going in through the underside of the door handle? Anyone have more info on this?
The door handle is riveted on. Not much room under there anyway. I'd say call the locksmith/AAA.
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Old 06-06-2006, 07:11 PM
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cant u use the old hanger trick?

it was on here about 2 months ago tho

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Old 06-06-2006, 07:39 PM
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I spent an hour with a coat hanger making all kind of scary sounds inside the door. Came so close, I could see the button lifting but still no go.

Fawk! I even ment to get some spares made on the weekend but there was lineup. 30minutes in line would have been worth it now...
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hmm..usually the hanger trick worx

there is a tool u can buy

but idk..jus have the locksmith or AAA

come and do it for u
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Old 06-06-2006, 08:10 PM
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they can use a slim if its not power locks

might take a while

i remember i locked my keys in my old car and it was 10 degrees outside

that locksmith was workin his @ss off lol, i gave it a hand and got it to wiggle but he got it open
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Old 06-06-2006, 08:13 PM
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baseball bat works very well... [:-]
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Old 06-06-2006, 08:15 PM
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I guess I'll have to bite the bullet on this one. Hopefully they won't have to pry the door. How much damage can that do?
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im sure ur gonna have to get a whole new door since it will be bent...
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