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Servicing the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango

Last year, the Chrysler Corporation exhibits at the Detroit Auto Show were just plain sad. There were no new product offerings, and the only “Concept Vehicle” didn’t even have a name. The whole thing reminded me of a funeral. This year’s show...

Article • April 7th, 2011

News Briefs May 2011

Singapore Resort Selects VingCard Elsafe’s SENTINEL II Safes VingCard Elsafe, part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, has completed installation of its state-of-the-art SENTINEL II in-room safes at the renowned Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. The SENTINEL...

Article • April 4th, 2011

2011 “Most Popular” Automotive Key Blanks

More and more vehicle manufacturers are using transponder-equipped mechanical keys and keyless fobs to operate their new vehicles. There is also an increase in the number of vehicles equipped with higher security mechanical lock mechanisms including...

Article • April 4th, 2011

Guide To Chrysler Remote Head, FOBIK and Ford IKT Key Blanks

Beginning with the 2004 model year, Chrysler, Dodge and Plymouth offered the remote head key with the mini-vans. Since then, just about every Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep began introducing either a remote head key or a FOBIK key as new models were...

Article • April 4th, 2011

Technology On The Move: Ford 80-Bit Key Blanks

Ford Motor Company is upgrading its transponder-based engine immobilizer systems to the 80 Bit Texas Instrument technology, beginning with 2011 model Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles. The Ford 80 bit technology expands security features as well as...

Article • April 4th, 2011

Codes on Disk

Full code program --- software.

Product • April 4th, 2011

It’s A Miracle: New Miracle-A5 Key Machine From Keyless Ride

The Miracle-A5 key machine, distributed by Keyless Ride, can either originate a new automotive key by known cuts or decode cuts and originate from an existing key. One of interesting features of the Miracle-A5 is the capability of originating most...

Article • April 1st, 2011

Tri-Code HS

The Tri-Code H.S. is an electronic key machine specifically designed to be used by automotive dealers, and locksmiths, to cut “laser style” high security keys by code number or duplication. If key wear is detected on the pattern (original...

Product • April 1st, 2011

TKO

The TKO is a professional programming tool that features integrated hardware, enhanced operating software and simple cable connections. Visit our web site, Literature & Support, Automotive Products for the latest software updates, guides, videos and...

Product • April 1st, 2011

Bravo III with EZ Jaw

The Bravo III with EZ Jaw™ key duplicating machine is new to the prior generations of popular Bravo models. This new model features the new EZ-Jaw™, which allows the operator to switch from one vise station to another faster, and with a minimal...

Product • April 1st, 2011

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Article • April 1st, 2011

VATS Bypass Module #VBM54

The Vats Bypass Module #VBM054 is designed for those times when the vats ignition lock fails, due to the wires breaking off in the steering column, up near the head of the lock or the touch pads where the key meets the lock. It is suited...

Product • March 31st, 2011

Wafer Popper Pliers #WP045

The ‘Wafer Popper’ will pop those stubborn or stuck wafer from cam lock right out. The tool is an easy one hand operation with a study tooth, spring loaded handle for easy operation and cushioned grips for many years of easy comfortable use. One...

Product • March 31st, 2011

Facecap Removal Tool #FCP42

The Multi-purpose Face Cap Tool, will remove a face cap from the lock housing with very minimal damage and the same face cap can be reused after the repairs have been made to the lock. This tool has a specially designed hardened tip and saddle and is...

Product • March 31st, 2011

Mortise Lock Wrench #MW053

Mortise wrench is designed to remove mortise locks that are installed in aluminum storefront doors. It will remove standard locks, thumb turns and dummy cylinders. It will work well with security collars and without. Made of non-maring material to...

Product • March 31st, 2011

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