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Looking for recent topics?  Spare Tire KeySo here is my situation. When i bought my truck from the dealership there was no key in the glove box for lowering the spare tire. At this time i didnt even know i need a key to lower the spare tire. Needless to say i cant lower my spare tire with out this key. I went to 2 Ford Parts places and neither have the parts cause they are not made anymore. Checked out 2 junk yards, cant find one that actually had a key in the glove box...no surprise there. So now i am left with a spare tire under my truck i cant use. And the real kicker is, i am moving to DC in 2 weeks and would like it accessible if the unfortunate time arises. Any suggestions out there???? Can i get a key refabricated by a locksmith??? Always Ford Never Chevy Post by Plague » Sat Jul 08, 2006 10:10 pm There should be a small piece of thick paper in your glove box with a serial number on, that should be your lock ID. If it's there just take that to your local dealership and they can order you a new key. NOt sure what else you could do. And if your truck is like mine, the spare tire lock is like the wheel lock, each truck had a diffrent lock. Because of that checking junk yards would be a big long shot. Sarcasm, A body's natural self defense against STUPID.
spare tire keyPost by jonnyriabov » Sat Jul 08, 2006 10:26 pm if you unbolt the guide tube for the spare tire crank, you can break the lock fitting off with a hammer. Then you will be able to lower your spare tire with just the crank provided uner your hood, and forget about the useless spare tire key, that just cakes itself full of dirt anyways. have a safe move jonny terd_ferguson_1Hardcore Ford Truck Fanatic Post by terd_ferguson_1 » Sat Jul 08, 2006 11:57 pm removing the plastic tube can be easy, but unfortunately getting at the lock that is located on the winch can be extremely difficult to get at with the spare tire still in the store position. ive fought with a few of these for hours trying to remove the key, but found the least stressful... cut the cable and find a used winch somewhere and never put that darn key lock in ever again. Post by jmorriss » Sun Jul 09, 2006 8:13 am My suggestion would be a 4 1/2" angle grinder and safety glasses-just don't cut into the gas tank accidently...it could be a bit problematic.... Post by gart0009 » Sun Jul 09, 2006 8:40 am For my 2006, the spare tire key is the same as the ignition key.
terd_ferguson_1Hardcore Ford Truck Fanatic Post by terd_ferguson_1 » Sun Jul 09, 2006 10:16 am yes the 2004 and up have a actually key lock cylinder in the bumper which uses your ignition key, the key he is talking about is one for an older 97-03 vehicle with the "key" being a special socket device that needs fit over the part on the winch... which is hard to get at without that key Post by skiwax » Sun Jul 09, 2006 2:46 pm Well, i tried getting to the winch above the spare tire with a variety of tools...no such luck. So i brainstormed a little bit more and i ended up taking a socket with a somewhat tight fit over the key insert point and filled the socket with JB weld. Hopefully the socket adheres to the spot and i will be able to stick a 1/2" drive into the socket and lower the spare tire. I will keep you guys informed. Thanks for the help. Always Ford Never Chevy Post by steve604 » Sun Jul 09, 2006 5:46 pm that is a really good idea. surprising what you can come up with when you put your mind to it. drive a hybrid, i need your gas. Post by skiwax » Mon Jul 10, 2006 6:46 pm The JB weld held. I also ended up welding the 1/2" drive on to the crank bar. Works perfectly. I now have a spare tire. Always Ford Never Chevy Post by steve604 » Mon Jul 10, 2006 7:01 pm
do you mean the same crank bar that is used to work the jack? does this mean that you now have a spare tire but no jack. drive a hybrid, i need your gas. Post by skiwax » Mon Jul 10, 2006 7:39 pm its the same crank bar that would be used to raise the jack...if i had one...the guy also took the jack when he brought the truck to the dealership. i found a new jack at fleet farm that doesnt need the crank Always Ford Never Chevy psycholxNew Member Post by psycholx » Wed Nov 07, 2007 4:26 pm
what size socket? That is a great idea. I have the same problem.
N'MoceanNew Member Post by N'Mocean » Tue Nov 20, 2007 3:34 pm I took the tube off let the air out of the spare still unable to get the lock out I was able to get a hack-saw in there and cut the cable, after that I removed the winch and stuck the cable through the piece that holds the tire and used a cable clamp and winched it back up with no key. To lock the tire I used a cable and pad lock so if the clamp fails it has the cable to catch it and it would be difficult to steal jagowensNew
Member spare tire keyPost by jagowens » Fri Jul 25, 2008 9:18 pm super duty F250, 05 I to have a spare tire problem, did not get a key or tool to let my spare tire down. gogatorsflNew Member spare tire keyPost by gogatorsfl » Sat Aug 09, 2008 5:44 am Same problem, bought used '03 f-150, no key. Used jonnyriabov's advice. (same as parts counter guy at dealership) Mine was easier as tire was already lowered. (had to get someone at a tire service center to lower) Unbolted winch to get better working position, removed guide tub, tapped lock to loosen,then popped out with hammer claw. Crank bar works fine w/out any key.
normanoidNew Member Lost Ford Spare Tire Key? This Works Great!!!Post by normanoid » Sat Mar 14, 2009 10:56 am The spare tire key on Ford trucks is nothing more than an adapter in the original older Ford spare tire hoist. Ford will tell you there are 16 different key designs. Not all Ford dealers have the full key set to find out which one you have. I lowered my spare with a SEARS CRAFTSMAN stripped bolt head remover kit. http://www.sears.com/shc/s/search_10153 ... lt+remover They work by screwing onto the bolt head in a reverse CC rotation which is perfect for this problem. You can get the set at Sears for about $20-30 bucks if you dont already have it(Great tool to have). They fit in standard sockets. You will need a long 3/8" extension to reach the key, or a few of them together. If you have a drill-to-3/8" adapter, just chuck up the extension in a 1/2" cordless drill, reverse drill direction(counter clockwise), push the bolt remover onto the key with a little pressure and the tire will drop in about 5 seconds! If not, just use a ratchet. Once it is down, pull off the plastic tube for the crank, use a flat screwdriver to pop off the key revealing a rectangular hole in the tire hoist. It is only held in with a spring clip. You can then either leave it off like I did, or take the key to Ford where they should be able to order the correct replacement. Replace the crank tube and your done. Also, if you dont have a factory crank kit you can use that same 3/8" extension to raise and lower the tire without any socket on the end of it. The extension will fit in the hole in the hoist by itself.
dF1502003New Member spare tire mounting designPost by dF1502003 » Mon May 25, 2009 7:23 pm The spare tire mounting design used for a 2003 year is prone to rusting, key not working; a thus leaving you stranded with out being able to access your spare tire. I highly recommend that you check that yours is functional or remove locking system before it is too late. Lars how i did itPost by linemup » Tue Jul 07, 2009 5:30 pm jb weld works bang a socket on it and wait till the next day. my friend took a pair of vise grips and stuck his hand up and over to the lock and slowly lowered it enough too. spare tire lockPost by linemup » Tue Jul 07, 2009 7:45 pm i just had a friend put his vise grips on lock and a long flat head srewdriver and a quick pull and tug and it came out. 10 mins.... Who is onlineUsers browsing this forum: No registered users and 0 guests We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. How do you get the spare tire off a Ford F150 without the key?How to Remove a Spare Tire From the Ford F-150 Without the Key. Gather Your Tools. ... . Park on a Flat Surface and Secure the Truck. ... . Secure the Socket to the Lock. ... . Crank to Release the Spare Tire. ... . Raise the Truck if Needed. ... . Clear the Socket. ... . Raise the Spare Hoist.. How do you get a spare wheel lock key?Each key comes with a code so you can order a replacement from the vehicle manufacturer. The only place to find this code is on the locking wheel nut storage box or plastic storage bag – which is a problem if that's missing too!
How do I get my Ford spare tire down without the tool?Method One. Step #1: Get Under the Truck. ... . Step #2: Locate and Pull off the Guide Tube. ... . Step #3: Put a Wedge Between the Tire and the Vehicle. ... . Step #4: Use Pliers to Pull off the Key. ... . Step #5: Lower the Tire to the Ground. ... . Step #1: Fix the Socket to the Extender. ... . Step #2: Pass the Socket Through the Back Bumper.. |
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