r/Cartalk • u/Capable-Temporary-68 • 2d ago

I need help fixing something How screwed am I?

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This is my first time changing my tires (2016 civic) im assuming I put too much force into the wheel lock key that it kinda snapped inside of the nut? I can order a replacement key easily but what do I do about half the key being stuck inside the nut? Thanks.

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u/Ashamed_Relative_153 2d ago

That’s pretty fucked lol. I’d just tap at it with a flathead or even try to drill a notch out if u have to, just be careful

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u/Odd-Towel-4104 1d ago

No. Use an extractor socket

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u/Ashamed_Relative_153 1d ago

I guess If one even fits in the lug nut well, and not everyone has or wants to buy a set of em.