ldv key code on barrel???

[andy1020]

Hi folks,
can't find my keys..
I have a spare ignition key though. (Doors and ignition are a different key, probably ignition has been replaced at some point...)

Does anyone know if the code for the keys is on any of the door lock barrels??

(If it is I can probably use the code to get a new key cut for the doors... instead of having to replace the locks.)

Cheers
Andy.

 

[davieboy]

is it the chubb type locks? keys spikey on the end? (hard to describe what i mean)

if it is there is usually a code on the lock barrel. this isnt the key code but it can be converted into the key code. it involves adding a number to each digit and transposing some numbers.

must be at least 8 years since i last did it so i cant really remember. best get the number, then find an older storesman at your local ford dealer. ford stopped fitting chubb locks in the late 80s.

hope to help

 

[jetex]

If you take the lock off the door, a good locksmith will be able to strip the lock and make a new key to fit the tumblers.

 

[LBUR]

If it has the ford type locks fitted then you will not need to remove the locks, a mobile locksmith can cut the key, he will have a tool that is put into the lock and allows him to then make a copy of the key.

Also if its fitted with the ford type immobilizer he can retrieve the code and prog it to a new transponder key