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Car Unlock Methods — Air Wedge, Slim Jim & Why We Don't Use Them

Modern cars need lockpicking, not damage. Why a real auto locksmith never touches your bodywork.

Old-school methods like air wedges, slim jims and coat hangers belong in 1995. Modern cars have side airbags, frameless windows and pressure sensors — and they damage easily.

Why proper auto locksmiths use lockpicks

A properly-trained auto locksmith picks the door lock cylinder using LiShi / HU-pattern picks. No paint damage, no bent door, no airbag risk.

Keyless cars

Keyless cars usually have a hidden mechanical door lock under a trim cap. We pick that to gain entry, then sort the fob/key issue inside.

Insurance & body damage

If a recovery driver damages your door, that's your problem — not theirs. Always insist on a non-destructive entry.

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