Removing the Wheel Lock from the Post

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  Twelve-point sockets are recommended for this job.Drive socket set image by Elzbieta Sekowska from Fotolia.com
  
  FInd a socket that is just big enough to fit tightly around the wheel lock.
  
  
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  A small sledge hammer will work well for this job.a hammer image by timur1970 from Fotolia.com
  
  Hammer the socket onto the wheel lock as far as it will go.
  
  
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  The parking brake will prevent rocking when attempting to remove the wheel lockCar Brake image by Joelyn Pullano from Fotolia.com
  
  Set the parking brake on the automobile.
  
  
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  Don't use a ratchet for this job as it may be damage.socket wrench image by Jim Mills from Fotolia.com
  
  Use a breaking bar to loosen the socket/wheel lock.
  
  
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  It's a good idea to have extra lug nuts in the car in case this situation arises.fixing tire image by Joann Cooper from Fotolia.com
  
  Remove the wheel lock from the post. The rest of the lug nuts and the wheel can now be removed as well.
  
  

Removing the Wheel Lock from the Socket

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  A heavy duty table is needed for this step.Old metal vice on a white background image by terex from Fotolia.com
  
  Adjust the vice so that the edge of the socket will rest on the vice and allow the protruding wheel lock to hang down.
  
  
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  Whatever tool is used, it must be smaller in diameter than the socket for this step to work.steel rod image by jimcox40 from Fotolia.com
  
  Place a center punch or other piece of metal in the hole of the socket so that it is in contact with the wheel lock.
  
  
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  Safety glasses should be worn during this step.safety at work image by Paula Gent from Fotolia.com
  
  Hammer on the center punch until the wheel lock falls out of the socket.