How do you use a slimjim?

1. Does a slim jim work on all cars?
2. How do you use a slim jim on a Chevy Malibu?
3. How do you use a slim jim on a Ford Taurus?
4. How do you unlock a Ford Ranger Slim Jim?
5. How do you pick a lock with a coat hanger?
6. How do you unlock a Slim Jim on a Ford f150?

Does a slim jim work on all cars?

Yes. 3. Can a slim jim open any car? Slim jims are used to unlock car doors without keys or lock picks, but it can't open newer cars with internal defenses such as barrier blocks and shrouds for operating rods and lock cylinders.

How do you use a slim jim on a Chevy Malibu?

Slide the slim jim in the space made by the wedge.

Slide the notched end first, in towards the car lock. Align the slim jim with the lock, pushing down towards the keyhole, which is usually located at the rear of the door. Make sure to insert the slim jim slowly, making sure not to catch on anything on the way down.

How do you use a slim jim on a Ford Taurus?

When you use a slim jim on a ford taurus, you need to insert it with the notch end down. Work it back and forth and you will hit the locking rod of the door. Pull it up gently and the door should unlock.

How do you unlock a Ford Ranger Slim Jim?

Insert the slim jim in the space made by the wedge. Gently move the slim jim toward the lock and keep an eye on the lock for subtle movements. Once the lock moves, you have caught the locking mechanism and should pull the slim jim upwards slowly until the door unlocks.

How do you pick a lock with a coat hanger?

Push your paperclip, wire coat hanger or other tools into the hole or keyhole. When you feel some pressure on the other end, simply give it push and it should pop the button out on the other side of the door, opening the lock.

How do you unlock a Slim Jim on a Ford f150?

Apply gentle downward pressure with the slim jim as you pull it back toward the side from which you inserted it. This should easily disengage the latch, and you'll hear the latch turn over when this happens. Enter the cab through the rear window, if possible, and unlock the doors from the inside.