We’ve all done it at some point: mindlessly closed a car door and walked away without keys in hand. Whether you notice your mistake right away or realize you’re out of luck after searching through every pocket for your keys, it can be embarrassing and incredibly frustrating to find yourself locked out of your car. If you ever find yourself in this unfortunate circumstance, here are four methods that can be used to retrieve your keys and get you back on the road.

1. Get Roadside Assistance

If the design of your car’s lock makes it difficult to access it without damaging your car or you feel unsafe where you are located, don’t hesitate to contact lock out services Forest Lake MN. You can typically get roadside assistance at any time of day.  

2. Access the Internal Lock Mechanism

By sliding a wire hanger or Slim Jim through the rubber stripping lining the bottom of the door window, you can potentially find the rod on the locking mechanism and pull it to unlock the car. It can be difficult to locate the lock and it is possible to damage the car, especially if it has power locks or windows.

3. Use a Wedge

One popular method involves wedging the car door slightly ajar using a wedge. You can use an inflatable wedge, piece of plastic, door jam, or a variety of other items to achieve this. You can then a use metal rod or other similar items to pull the lock or press the power door lock.

4. Open the Lock With a Shoestring

If your car has a locking mechanism that pulls up to unlock, a shoestring might be all you need. Tie a loop into the string that can be tightened when pulled and push the string into the car through the top right corner of the door. Slip the loop over the lock and pull it.