Locking your car keys inside the vehicle can happen to anyone. Whether the keys have been left in the boot, inside the cabin, or accidentally locked inside the vehicle, being unable to access your car can quickly become stressful.
Locking your car keys inside the vehicle can happen to anyone. Whether the keys have been left in the boot, inside the cabin, or accidentally locked inside the vehicle, being unable to access your car can quickly become stressful.
At Avant Auto Assist, we provide fast-response car lockout assistance across Manchester and throughout the UK. Our technicians use specialist non-destructive vehicle entry equipment to help customers regain access to their vehicles without unnecessarily damaging the vehicle.
This recent Manchester call-out involved a customer who had accidentally locked their keys inside the boot of their Ford Focus.
We received a call from a customer in Manchester who had accidentally locked their car keys inside the boot.
The customer explained:
After confirming the location and details, we provided an estimated arrival time.
Our technician arrived in approximately 30 minutes.
When our technician arrived, the first step was to assess the vehicle and determine the safest way to gain access.
Because the vehicle was not deadlocked, there was a suitable method of accessing the car without damaging the doors, locks, or windows.
We explained the process to the customer before beginning the work.
Our technician used specialist non-destructive vehicle entry equipment to carefully create access to the vehicle.
This included an inflatable air wedge, commonly referred to as an access wedge or air bag, along with a specialist reach tool.
The equipment allows trained technicians to create a small amount of controlled access and operate the vehicle's internal unlocking mechanism without forcing the door or damaging the vehicle.
Once the correct access method was established, our technician was able to unlock the vehicle.
The entire lockout procedure took approximately 5–7 minutes.
The customer was then able to retrieve their keys from the boot and regain full access to the vehicle.
No unnecessary damage was caused to the vehicle during the process.
The customer was particularly pleased because they needed the vehicle to travel back home.
Being locked out of your car can be especially frustrating when you have somewhere you need to be.
Instead of having to arrange vehicle recovery or find another way home, the customer was able to continue their journey once access had been restored.
The customer was very pleased with the speed and professionalism of the service.
If you've accidentally locked your keys inside your vehicle, try not to panic.
You should:
Modern vehicles can have sophisticated locking systems, and attempting to force entry can cause expensive damage to doors, seals, windows, or locking mechanisms.
In many situations, professional vehicle entry can be carried out without causing damage.
The method used depends on:
Our technicians assess each vehicle individually before carrying out the work.
Trying to unlock a vehicle yourself can potentially cause damage.
Common DIY attempts can result in:
Specialist equipment and proper techniques help minimise these risks.
Avant Auto Assist provides fast-response vehicle lockout assistance across Manchester and throughout the UK.
Our services include:
Professional non-destructive vehicle entry when your keys are locked inside.
Professional assistance for flat and discharged batteries.
Supply and fitting of replacement batteries at your location.
Safe transportation of vehicles that cannot be driven.
Roadside fault finding and electrical diagnostics.
Emergency roadside tyre assistance.
Emergency petrol and diesel delivery when you've run out of fuel.
We provide car lockout and roadside assistance across:
Whether you've locked your keys inside at home, at work, in a car park, or roadside, our technicians aim to provide a fast and professional response.
Yes. Depending on the vehicle and locking system, our technicians can often gain access using specialist non-destructive entry equipment.
In many cases, yes. The exact method depends on the vehicle's locking system and circumstances.
Every vehicle is different, but once our technician has assessed the vehicle, many lockouts can be completed relatively quickly. In this Manchester call-out, the vehicle was unlocked in approximately 5–7 minutes.
Deadlocked vehicles can require a different entry method. Our technician will assess the vehicle and determine the safest available approach.
Yes. Avant Auto Assist provides emergency car lockout and roadside assistance throughout Manchester and surrounding areas.
If you've accidentally locked your keys inside your vehicle, Avant Auto Assist can help.
We provide:
Whether your keys are locked inside the cabin or trapped in the boot, our experienced technicians can assess the vehicle and use specialist equipment to help you regain access.
Contact Avant Auto Assist today for fast emergency car lockout assistance in Manchester.
Straight to a technician. No call centres. UK-wide coverage, 24/7.
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