Steps for Removing and Reinstalling Yakima Lock Core

Updated 07/06/2020 | Published 05/03/2016

Question:

I tried to unlock at Yakima locking strap cylinder 4146 and the cylinder came out but I cannot get it to secure back in or lock. Please advise.

asked by: Eileen O

Expert Reply:

When using the change key part # Y8007835 to remove and replace a lock cylinder what you have to do is first have the lock in the unlocked position. Next you will insert the change key into the core. With the key in the core you will then be able to slide the core out as one piece. To reinstall the core (or a new one), you have to insert the core with the change key inserted in it and then once in place remove the key. It will then be secured to the rack/accessory.

expert reply by: Jameson C

Rommel M.

6/27/2020

I’m having trouble removing the stock lock core that came with my skyline tower as there were no instructions to do so. I understand the process of replacing them with the sks locks but I cannot remove the built it in core that’s already in it. Please advise, thank you!

Chris R.

7/1/2020

As long as the core is unlocked, it should just be a matter of inserting the "change key" and pulling the lock core out. It may take some wiggling as you pull but it should eventually break free.

Rommel M.

7/1/2020

@ChrisR thanks Chris! I actually figured it out, there’s was a plastic inserts that’s covering the core. I just use pliers to pry them out. So simple and yet confusing since it wasn’t explained in the instructions.