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Since: Jan 06, 2008
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(Msg. 1) Posted: Mon Feb 25, 2008 1:50 pm
Post subject: Alloy wheel security bolts - key mislaid - 03 W203
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Can anybody offer any advice on how I might identify a part number for
the correct key to remove OEM security bolts from my 2003 C270cdi? I
went to my local dealer, who had a kit of 24 keys, none of which
fitted. They did advise me that their kit only covers current models,
and that it may not have been correct for the 2003 models.
My bolts have a slot cut in a symmetrical pattern, resembling the six
petals of a flower, per this pic:
http://homepage.eircom.net/~jconsidi/myfiles/W203_studs.jpg
any help or alternative suggestions very much appreciated. My local
tyre fitter has a tool with a left-hand tapered thread to grip and
unscrew the bolts, but unfortunately there is insufficient clearance
in the wheel to allow it to work. I want to resort to drill-out as an
absolute last resort.
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(Msg. 2) Posted: Mon Feb 25, 2008 2:19 pm
Post subject: Re: Alloy wheel security bolts - key mislaid - 03 W203 [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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(Msg. 3) Posted: Mon Feb 25, 2008 5:42 pm
Post subject: Re: Alloy wheel security bolts - key mislaid - 03 W203 [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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I am guessing MB Ireland corporate office has a customer support number like
in the U.S. Give them a call and ask for help with a technical question.
They should transfer you to one of their techs who can help you out. He
should be able to look up your car by VIN and be able to give you a part
number or at least a range of part numbers.
Doug >> Stay informed about: Alloy wheel security bolts - key mislaid - 03 W203 |
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(Msg. 4) Posted: Mon Feb 25, 2008 6:41 pm
Post subject: Re: Alloy wheel security bolts - key mislaid - 03 W203 [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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I have been known to BANG a cheap 12 point socket on it and unscrew the lock
off! Get one that just about fits over the edge of it and a Big Ass hammer.
"John (Ireland)" <barnagh.DeleteThis@gmail.com> wrote in message
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> Can anybody offer any advice on how I might identify a part number for
> the correct key to remove OEM security bolts from my 2003 C270cdi? I
> went to my local dealer, who had a kit of 24 keys, none of which
> fitted. They did advise me that their kit only covers current models,
> and that it may not have been correct for the 2003 models.
> My bolts have a slot cut in a symmetrical pattern, resembling the six
> petals of a flower, per this pic:
>
> http://homepage.eircom.net/~jconsidi/myfiles/W203_studs.jpg
>
> any help or alternative suggestions very much appreciated. My local
> tyre fitter has a tool with a left-hand tapered thread to grip and
> unscrew the bolts, but unfortunately there is insufficient clearance
> in the wheel to allow it to work. I want to resort to drill-out as an
> absolute last resort.
>
> John >> Stay informed about: Alloy wheel security bolts - key mislaid - 03 W203 |
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(Msg. 5) Posted: Mon Feb 25, 2008 9:22 pm
Post subject: Re: Alloy wheel security bolts - key mislaid - 03 W203 [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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That is McGard lock... Aftermarket wheel lock. however, it would be hard to
buy the right key without the key code.
There is a wheel lock removal key kit to remove the key without drilling it
out. Expensive kit but maybe someone has it.
Last choice is send an actual picture of the lock to McGard lock and see if
they can match the key for you. >> Stay informed about: Alloy wheel security bolts - key mislaid - 03 W203 |
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(Msg. 6) Posted: Mon Feb 25, 2008 11:47 pm
Post subject: Re: Alloy wheel security bolts - key mislaid - 03 W203 [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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Thanks for the replies so far. I would think that if MB Ireland had a
facility, the local dealership would have known about it. I have a
good relationship with their parts manager, built up over 25 years of
MB ownership.
I am fairly sure the wheels and bolts ARE oem, the keys in the dealers
kit were very close to the pattern.
The Bang method is beckoning right enough.
For now, I will visit a few more dealerships in the next week or so -
I travel a fair bit for business purposes. I might get lucky. I will
also look around their stocks of used MBs, maybe I will spot a match.
John >> Stay informed about: Alloy wheel security bolts - key mislaid - 03 W203 |
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(Msg. 7) Posted: Tue Feb 26, 2008 5:50 am
Post subject: Re: Alloy wheel security bolts - key mislaid - 03 W203 [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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> I have been known to BANG a cheap 12 point socket on it and unscrew the lock
> off! Get one that just about fits over the edge of it and a Big Ass hammer.
I have also done this. I used a closed end 24 mm wrench on mine, but
You apparently don't have room for that. I guess the socket is your
best bet. The lock that I had to deal with had a slight taper to it so
as I banged the wrench on it dug in.
Good Luck!
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(Msg. 8) Posted: Tue Feb 26, 2008 6:10 am
Post subject: Re: Alloy wheel security bolts - key mislaid - 03 W203 [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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On Feb 26, 2:47 am, "John (Ireland)" <barn....DeleteThis@gmail.com> wrote:
> Thanks for the replies so far. I would think that if MB Ireland had a
> facility, the local dealership would have known about it. I have a
> good relationship with their parts manager, built up over 25 years of
> MB ownership.
> I am fairly sure the wheels and bolts ARE oem, the keys in the dealers
> kit were very close to the pattern.
If it's OEM and the dealer doesn't know how to deal with it, then
obviously that dealer is an idiot. The dealer should most definitely
be able to identify whether it is OEM or not and if it is, deal with
it. Could you stand there with a straight face when they told you
they only could take care of security bolts on current year models,
but not one 5 years old? I would most definitely follow the advice
to contact MB directly and escalate this.
> The Bang method is beckoning right enough.
> For now, I will visit a few more dealerships in the next week or so -
> I travel a fair bit for business purposes. I might get lucky. I will
> also look around their stocks of used MBs, maybe I will spot a match.
That ain't likely. If it were that easy, thieves would do the same
thing and the security lugs would be useless.
>
> John >> Stay informed about: Alloy wheel security bolts - key mislaid - 03 W203 |
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(Msg. 9) Posted: Tue Feb 26, 2008 9:09 am
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"Karl" <aufever RemoveThis @prodigy.net> wrote in message
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>I have been known to BANG a cheap 12 point socket on it and unscrew the
>lock
> off! Get one that just about fits over the edge of it and a Big Ass
> hammer.
>
>
I wonder if an impact socket is a better choice than a standard one? >> Stay informed about: Alloy wheel security bolts - key mislaid - 03 W203 |
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(Msg. 10) Posted: Tue Feb 26, 2008 10:53 am
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(Msg. 11) Posted: Mon Mar 03, 2008 10:06 pm
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