How To Remove Vw Roof Rack Without Key

I ve searched the internet called vw customer service and have contacted 2 vw dealers and i can t get any information on where to get this tool.

How to remove vw roof rack without key.

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. Obviously this isn t a realistic option for you since you don t have any need for. Or a sawzall then you get to tinker with it at home.

On the net where you bid for things ebay name is 101lock. Using that number you can either get replacement keys from votex or through thule directly might even be cheaper without the vw markup. Then the junkyard closed and i had to leave. Just for future reference found the best cheapest place for thule or yakima replacement keys.

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 would like to remove the rack but i do not have a key. There should be a 4 digit number stamped on the locks. Remove the master key and try the locking key.

As such they use thule locks. Press your finger against the lock cylinder to keep it in place and use your other hand to pull out the master key. Remember to hit all the tumblers. Using that number you can either get replacement keys from votex or through thule directly might even be cheaper without the vw markup.

I bought a 2015 gti with a roof rack. Is there anyway to remove it without a key. I ultimately want to sell the rack. 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.

Then try using the locking key. If the keys are universal can i borrow a key and send it back. Rhino rack does not make just the replacement keys for their roof racks available. The votex roof rack is made by thule specifically for volkswagen.

There should be a 4 digit number stamped on the locks. As such they use thule locks.