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How do I remove a broken key from my car door?

How do I get a broken key out of a car door? I had my key in the car door when I accidentally bumped it and It broke off. How can I remove it?

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Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
“Breaking off a key in your car door is just as bad as
locking your keys in the car
. It’s such a hassle!
Fortunately, there are several ways to remove a broken key from a car door:
  • Use a pair of pliers to pull the broken part out.
  • Buy a high-strength magnet and try to use it to pull the key out.
  • Purchase a removal kit for this exact purpose.
If those options don’t work, you may have to call roadside assistance or use the
towing and labor coverage
on your car insurance policy.
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