Basic Car Opening Tools: The Modern Locksmith's Toolbox

Basic Car Opening Tools: The Modern Locksmith’s Toolbox: Ever wonder how a professional locksmith gets into a locked car without causing a scratch? The truth is, the old methods are no longer safe. Modern cars are packed with complex electronics and airbags, making the classic “Slim Jim” obsolete and dangerous. This page reveals the essential tools and professional techniques used for non-destructive car entry, giving you a glimpse into the real-world skills taught in our courses. If you’re ready to learn the right way to get the job done and start a career in automotive locksmithing, you’ve come to the right place. (Source: Terry Whin-Yates)

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Basic Car Opening Tools: The Modern Locksmith’s Toolbox

As a locksmith, opening a locked car is a common service call. But as car technology has advanced, so have the tools and techniques we use to get the job done safely. Here’s a look at the essential tools in a modern locksmith’s kit.

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The Right Tools for a Safe Job

Using the wrong tools can cause thousands of dollars in damage, so it’s critical to have the right equipment. For most cars today, my go-to kit includes:

A Jack Tool: This is a small wedge, often inflatable, that lets you create a small gap in the door frame without damaging the window or the weather stripping.
High-Quality Airbags: These are used to create the initial gap. Most locksmiths carry at least two.
A Long Reach Tool: This is a long, slender rod that is inserted through the gap to pull on the door handle, press an unlock button, or grab the keys.
A Button-Pulling Strip: A specialized tool with a piece of sandpaper on the end for added grip, used to pull up on internal door buttons.

This simple, non-destructive kit will help you open the vast majority of modern cars without causing any damage to the electronics, paint, or internal plastic components.

Why You Should Ditch the Slim Jim

When I was a kid, a Slim Jim would open almost any car. Today, it’s an accident waiting to happen. The internal mechanisms of modern cars are filled with complex electronics, wiring, and most importantly, airbags. A modern car can have up to nine airbags inside the door, and using a Slim Jim could trigger one, causing serious damage or injury.

While a few older car models can still be opened with a Slim Jim, it’s a tool that has largely become obsolete for professional locksmiths. The risk of damaging delicate plastic components or deploying an airbag is far too high.

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Learning the right techniques and using the correct tools is crucial for a professional locksmith. This is just one of many real-world scenarios we cover in our courses.

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