What should I do if the locks are frozen in the car?

Every driver had a problem with frozen locks at least once. Not familiar yet? We assure that winter is near, so you need to arm yourself with information in advance. Most often, this problem appears after washing, if the car is not completely dried, and the area near the locks is not treated properly.

By the way, when the temperature is below zero, the central lock can not be opened, not only because of freezing. It is likely that the battery may sit down. There are several effective ways, the result of which differs, depending on the temperature of the air.

Light frost: down to -3 degrees

• Classic: bend a palm into a tube, stick to the castle and try to blow. Warm air will allow you to quickly deal with the problem.
• Use a lighter to heat the key. We insert it carefully into the lock and slowly turn it around. If the door does not give in, then you do not need to turn the key by force.

Average frost: up to -10 degrees

• We take a bottle of hot water and gently pour the lock. After that, we dry the car or use a water-displacing compound to prevent the water from freezing again.

Severe frost: up to -30 degrees

• Using a syringe, pour the alcohol into the lock mechanisms. It will dissolve ice and give off heat.
• Use special key fobs for defrosting or liquids.

It is not recommended to use third-party materials, for example, pliers or open the lock with force. You will break the mechanism faster than you can handle the problem.

It is not recommended to use fluids that contain kerosene, as they are hygroscopic.

We recommend using in winter

What should I do to keep the locks freezing?

To prevent freezing of the locks, use the following tips:

• Dry the car if the problem occurs frequently. For example, start using underground parking instead of street.
• If the locks have already been thawed out and the doors do not want to open, try to pin it down on your own.
• When you clear a car of snow, do not forget to pass by brush and on the doors. Move from top to bottom to minimize the ingress of snow.
• If you only leave the sink, make sure that the doors and all the mechanisms of the lock are dry. It is recommended to lubricate them with a water-repellent liquid.

It would seem simple tips, but this is an effective instruction on how to quickly cope with a frozen lock and start the car.

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