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What to try if you are locked out of your car
If you are locked out of your car, there are a few things you can try to do to gain access:
- Check for an unlocked door or open window: Make sure you check all of the doors and windows of your car to see if any of them are unlocked or open.
- Use a spare key: If you have a spare key, use it to open the car.
- Call a locksmith: If you don’t have a spare key, you can call a locksmith to help you gain access to your car.
- Call for roadside assistance: If you have roadside assistance, call them for help. It is sometimes included with a new car or added through your car insurance (consumer protection guidance).
- Police are for emergencies: if a child is locked inside, call 911, because a closed car heats up quickly in the Arizona sun. For a routine lockout, call a locksmith or your roadside assistance instead.
Why car lockouts happen
The most common reasons people get locked out of their car are:
- Lost or misplaced car keys: People often misplace their keys or leave them inside their car, which can lead to being locked out.
- Dead battery: A dead battery in the fob, or in the car itself, can stop your keyless entry fob from unlocking your car, leaving you locked out.
- Broken lock: A broken lock can prevent you from being able to open your car door, leading to a lockout.
- Locked keys in the car: Sometimes, people accidentally lock their keys inside the car while it is running, or they leave the keys in the car and then accidentally lock the doors.
- Damaged key: A damaged key can prevent you from being able to unlock your car, leading to a lockout.
- Leaving the car unattended while running: Some people leave their car running while they step out of it, and the car locks automatically when the driver is not inside, leading to a lockout.
Note: avoiding these situations can be done by always keeping a spare key, checking the battery status of keyless entry fob and being aware of your surroundings when entering or exiting your car.
Diamondback Lock and Key’s technicians come to your vehicle for car lockouts, with emergency callouts 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Expect to show ID and proof that the car is yours.