r/Cartalk 2d ago

I need help fixing something How screwed am I?

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/NoodlesRomanoff 1d ago

I had this problem. But the hole in my alloy wheel was too small for the standard 21.5mm socket. I had to hire a portable machine shop guy for $300 to drill it out and replace the stud. I’ll never use these locking lugs again.