Locking your car door has always been a simple task – take a key out of the ignition and insert it into the door’s universal keyhole. But what if you’re caught in a tight spot and can’t get to your keys? Enter the bobby pin!
Bobby pins are small, thin pieces of metal with a pointed end. When inserted into the keyhole, they can push open the door from the inside. All you need is a bobby pin, some thread, and some patience – here’s how to do it:
First, thread one end of the bobby pin through the hole in the door close to where the key enters. Then, tie a knot in the other end so that it’s held in place. Next, take your keys and insert them into the knot on the other side of the door. The point of the bobby pin should be poking out from between the door and frame – now just gently pull on the knot until the bobby pin pops out. Voilà!
What is a bobby pin?
Bobby pins are a thin, pointed metal object with a round head. They are used to unlock car doors and other small objects.
To unlock a car door with a bobby pin, first locate the door’s lock mechanism. On most cars, the lock is located on the panel adjacent to the door handle.
Next, insert the bobby pin into the lock mechanism. Leave enough of the pin’s head outside of the mechanism so that it can be pulled out easily.
Now twist the pin in either direction until it pops out of the lock.
How to unlock a car door with a bobby pin
If you’re ever locked out of your car and have a bobby pin handy, this is how you can unlock the door!
Insert the bobby pin into the keyhole on the car door. Push the door open until it clicks into place.
Conclusion
If you’ve ever had to unlock a car door with a bobby pin, you know that it can be a pain. Here are four easy tips to help make the process a little easier:
1. Try using the keys first – if the key doesn’t work, try using the door handle.
2. If neither of those work, try jiggling the door knob – sometimes it will turn even if the lock is stuck.
3. If none of these tactics seems to be working, get out your trusty bobby pin and give it a go!