Troubleshooting Thule Lock Cylinder that Won't Unlock
Updated 04/15/2019 | Published 04/13/2019
Question:
Can’t unlock my Thule hitch mount! Any suggestions?
asked by: Bonnie V
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Helpful Expert Reply:
It's not super common but sometimes lock cylinders can get corroded and not want to turn/unlock. What Thule has told us in the past is to direct some spray lube like WD40 into the key hole and then insert and remove the key several times to help work the lube into the tumblers to release them.
expert reply by:
Jameson C
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Thule Snug Tite Hitch Lock and Anti-Rattle Device
- Trailer Hitch Lock
- Rack Specific Locks
- Keyed Alike
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Threaded Pin
- For Thule Racks
- Thule
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