There should be a 4 digit number stamped on the locks.
How to remove vw roof rack without key.
If the keys are universal can i borrow a key and send it back.
There should be a 4 digit number stamped on the locks.
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.
Using that number you can either get replacement keys from votex or through thule directly might even be cheaper without the vw markup.
Yeah time to pick that shit.
The votex roof rack is made by thule specifically for volkswagen.
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.
Press your finger against the lock cylinder to keep it in place and use your other hand to pull out the master key.
I purchased a used 09 jsw with a factory roof rack.
I want to remove the crossbars and the car did not come with the tool needed to remove them.
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.
I ultimately want to sell the rack.
As such they use thule locks.
Then the junkyard closed and i had to leave.
Remove the master key and try the locking key.
Using that number you can either get replacement keys from votex or through thule directly might even be cheaper without the vw markup.
I would like to remove the rack but i do not have a key.
Just for future reference found the best cheapest place for thule or yakima replacement keys.
As such they use thule locks.
Remember to hit all the tumblers.
I bought a 2015 gti with a roof rack.
Rhino rack does not make just the replacement keys for their roof racks available.
Is there anyway to remove it without a key.
On the net where you bid for things ebay name is 101lock.
Or a sawzall then you get to tinker with it at home.
Obviously this isn t a realistic option for you since you don t have any need for.