Hey All,
I searched the forum and googled to no avail…

I wanted to change the brake pads on my 02 TT and noticed that I have 1 security lug on each rim. The spare tire/tool kit that came with the car does not have the socket for the security lug. Where can I get it??

Thanks.

 

You might want to go to your nearest porsche dealership to see if they can order you a key or they might have it. If not then you might need to go to a tire shop to have them take them off for you.

 

Double check to make sure it is not stuck to the end of the tire iron tool in the toolkit.

 

Ha.

Go to an autoparts store and buy a cheap POS socket that is just about the size of the outside of the locking bolt- you may need to buy 3 to get the right size. Just HAMMER the socket onto the lug and unscrew. Slam it on tight. Replace with one you have keys for.

This is how thieves and tire shops do it.

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Is there a problem getting the lug out of the socket after hammering it in so tight after removal?

 

Any dealer will have a master set, and can give you the socket number and 1-800 number to call to order a replacement.

 

I had this problem once. I just took the car to Discount Tire Co. and they had a wheel lock removal tool. About an hour later the problem was solved.

 

no. once you break it loose you just whack the socket from side to side a bit to get it off.

Yeah, the 'removal tool' is in my post!

GL

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The P car parts manager matched up the master to the lock on the wheel. Total time 15 minutes and total cost $17 plus 7% NJ tax for the new key.