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Discover the ELF 2025 Convention Seminar Program.
Seminar on forensic analysis.
This is a foundation course aimed at locksmiths that would like to add successful non-destructive car openings to their range of services. *Autolocksmith experience is not needed to undertake this course, though some basic knowledge would be useful, not essential.
Course Description
Part 1:
We will be working with Volkswagen, Audi, Group (VAG) locks. Most popular VAG lock in current use, the HU66 (silca ref) key. You will gain an understanding of how these locks work, using a combination of a presentation, and hands on with the locks and tools.
We will be using the popular and value for money Mr Li/Lishi lock picking and decoding tools. Once you have mastered the use of this tool the skill is transferable to many other Auto lock makes and types, making this a great way to make a start on your new skill or improve existing skills.
Part2:
Will be based on current FORD locks using the HU101 (silca ref) key. The Ford HU101 lock is a more challenging lock to pick, and the skills learnt in part 1: will certainly be put to the test in part2: We think that the FORD HU 101 lock will provide a true test of your ability, and what you have learnt. You will have support and access to experienced ALA trainers to help you along the way.
Lockpicking course in which the tools are described, the techniques are put into practice, the most common errors are detailed, handling of basic pins and the most common security pins (spools or reels); in such a way that students acquire the necessary knowledge to face a wide range of basic and medium cylinders, and can practice and advance.
This course is for Locksmith professionals who want to expand their knowledge and/or their services, roadside assistance personnel or professionals in the automotive sector. It is NOT necessary to have previous knowledge.
This course includes 3 opening tools, necessary for the course, which at the end of the course will become the property of the student, these tools will be the following:
• A set of jiggler keys for serrated type locks
• A set of jiggler keys for VAG* group regatta type locks HU66/HUHAA profile
• A LISHI type lockpick/decoder for VAG* group vehicles HU66/HUHAA profile
(*) SEAT/AUDI/VOLKSWAGEN/SKODA
Although this course will be mostly practical, the basic concepts about vehicle locks, their types and how they work will be explained, and vehicle opening and decoding techniques will be acquired without damaging any part of the vehicle. These techniques are applicable to doors, trunks and locks, among others.
The jiggling technique will be applied to all types of vehicles (cars, motorcycles, trucks, etc.) with a serrated key, regardless of their make or model. The same technique will be applied to vehicles with a regatta-type key.
And finally, you will learn how to lockpick and decode vehicles with LISHI-type tools, one of the most widely used and affordable.
In these last two cases, the course will focus on vehicles of the VAG group (HU66/HUHAA)
Seminar on forensic analysis.
Lecture by Ricardo Jardim, vice-president of the ELF, on his vision for the future of locksmithing.
