armybrat223

Ok, so I busted butt to finish the radiator job last night so that I could be ready for the snow this morning...got to work and left the keys in the ignition and locked the truck. ('93 standard cab, power locks) Any tips on using a slim jim or other methods to unlock it? I had a '91 Ranger years ago that I could get into it with a slim jim, but I can't remember if if I pushed down or pulled up, plus it had manual locks. Not sure if I can use a slim jim with power locks. I'll be here until 3:30pm so any advice will be appreciated. Thanks!

Ricktwuhk

A slim jim can be used with or without power locks.

armybrat223

I tried the slim jim first, in the lower right hand corner. I pushed and pulled and I could feel the locking mechanism but I was unable to pop the lock. Plan B, a wedge I have in my tool bag made of UHMW inserted at the top of the door frame and a long piece of round rod bent enough to push the power button did the trick. Keys secured; meanwhile here in NC, snow is piling up. Ready for some 4x4 action when I get off.

Eric Fullerton

Steve83

I always push the unlock button from the top rear corner of the door, using a stiff wire. Before I added keyless entry, I kept the wire stored on the frame under the door. Now, it's only a problem if the keys are locked in AND the battery is dead.


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Energized

I locked myself out once, now i stash this under the drivers side box rail. It fits perfectly....I've needed it twice so far the last year or two.

http://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/ma...-0372400p.html

raski

Better yet, keep a door key in your wallot.

David Young

My wife has an extra set of keys for all our vehicles. All I have to do is call her or she can call me if she gets locked out of something

Eric Fullerton

BLDTruth

https://www.ebay.com/p/Fit-91-96-For....c100005.m1851