How to Pop a Lock on a Car

Locking your keys in your car can be a frustrating experience. Fortunately, a wire coat hanger may be all you need to unlock your car and save yourself from having to call a locksmith.

Things You'll Need

• Wire hanger

Instructions

1. Unbend the hanger from its usual form and straighten it out.

2. Bend the end of the hanger to create a small hook. You can also choose to not straighten the hanger's natural hook, but a smaller self-made hook is often easier to use.

3. Work the hanger through the top of the door and into the interior of the car, taking care not to damage your door or paint job.

4. If your doors have automatic locks, maneuver the hanger to activate the "Unlock" button.

5. If your doors have manual locks, maneuver the hanger so that the hook has gripped the lock and pull up to unlock the door.

Tips & Warnings

• Be careful when moving the hook once it is through the door to ensure you don't scratch your car's paint job.