Locked out - (Yr 2001 75 estate)

jimi · 23rd April 2017, 11:26

My key fob is broken. The key will make the indicators blink 'locked' when turned counter clockwise. No clunk, resistance or noise when turned clockwise for open.

I am locked out.

The windscreen cracked last week (MOT fail), so I called the insurance company thinking they would remove the windscreen so I could get in - but it is against their policy to remove a window without gaining access to the car - and I can't put a brick though it and expect them to replace it.

Oh I superglued the metal key into the fob yesterday as it fell out - and got access to the car and used it all day. I also ordered a new fob cover and buttons to solder in on ebay. I also replaced the fob battery and made contact with the circuit board connections for the missing button and the fob light did not come on - so I think the fob may be broken and I can't find the spare.

What is the best way to break into my own car and cause the least (cheapest and easiest to repair) damage? I am about to look on ebay for driver windows.

CLINTE · 23rd April 2017, 11:38

Hi,

Send a private message ( PM ) to one of the Moderators . Their names are in Green .

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Clinte

BigRuss · 23rd April 2017, 11:46

Please note that if it's deadlocked then you won't be able to open a door from the inside even if you break a window

You need to be able to turn on the ignition with the key

Russ

23rd April 2017, 11:26	#1
jimi Newbie 75 Estate Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Medway Posts: 28 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Locked out - (Yr 2001 75 estate) My key fob is broken. The key will make the indicators blink 'locked' when turned counter clockwise. No clunk, resistance or noise when turned clockwise for open. I am locked out. The windscreen cracked last week (MOT fail), so I called the insurance company thinking they would remove the windscreen so I could get in - but it is against their policy to remove a window without gaining access to the car - and I can't put a brick though it and expect them to replace it. Oh I superglued the metal key into the fob yesterday as it fell out - and got access to the car and used it all day. I also ordered a new fob cover and buttons to solder in on ebay. I also replaced the fob battery and made contact with the circuit board connections for the missing button and the fob light did not come on - so I think the fob may be broken and I can't find the spare. What is the best way to break into my own car and cause the least (cheapest and easiest to repair) damage? I am about to look on ebay for driver windows.

23rd April 2017, 11:46	#3
BigRuss Premium Trader 75 CDT Tourer,2.5 Launch Saloon, Omipro MG/Rover (T4) Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Liversedge, West Yorkshire Posts: 5,405 Thanks: 1,105 Thanked 1,340 Times in 661 Posts	Please note that if it's deadlocked then you won't be able to open a door from the inside even if you break a window You need to be able to turn on the ignition with the key Russ __________________ Replacement Key Service http://https://the75andztclub.co.uk/...d.php?t=244732 Full T4 Testbook diagnostics available. Diesel ECU repair and replacement. Options enabled or disabled as required. Diesel X-Power 135 and 160bhp, Rover 1.8T 150 to 160 MG 160 V6 to 177 upgrades available P.M. for details.

23rd April 2017, 11:38	#2
CLINTE Loves to post Rover & MG less Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: ELLESMERE PORT Posts: 320 Thanks: 44 Thanked 97 Times in 90 Posts	Hi, Send a private message ( PM ) to one of the Moderators . Their names are in Green . They may be able to offer some advice. Clinte