Locked out of your Rimowa? Forgetting a luggage combination is incredibly frustrating, but for Rimowa owners, there are several mechanical solutions available. Because Rimowa uses high-quality TSA006 or TSA007 locks, the internal components are designed for reliability, which also makes them susceptible to professional bypass techniques if the code is unknown.
The Visual Bypass Technique
This is the most effective way to unlock a Rimowa case when the code is lost.
- Get a flashlight and look into the small gaps on the side of each numbered dial.
- Rotate each dial until you identify a small flat notch on the axle underneath the wheel.
- Position all three dials so that these notches are facing the same direction (usually pointing toward the left).
- Turn all three dials together, one click at a time, and try the release latch after each shift. You will hit the correct combination within a few turns.
The Brute Force Sequence
If the notches are hidden on your specific Rimowa model, a full sequence search is the only guaranteed option.
- Start at 0-0-0 and work your way up to 9-9-9.
- With 1,000 combinations, it takes about 20 minutes of continuous testing. This is the safest way to ensure you find your forgotten password without causing any permanent damage to the premium lock.
Changing the Unknown Password
Once the lock is open, you can easily set a new code.
- Keep the dials on the code that opened the lock.
- Press the reset button or flip the reset lever (found on the internal side of the lock).
- Enter your new desired combination.
- Finalize the reset by sliding the main release button or flipping the lever back.
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I forgot the code for my TSA006 lock, what should I do?
TSA006 locks (often found on hard-shell cases like older Rimowa) can be decoded using a thin feeler tool. Insert the tool next to the dials to find the flat spots, align them, and usually shift the combination by 3 numbers to unlock.
How do I reset the combination on a TSA006 lock?
Many TSA006 locks have a reset lever located on the back of the lock (inside the suitcase).
1，Open the suitcase.
2，Move the lever from position A to B (or “Set”).
3，Change the dials to your new code.
4，Move the lever back to the original position.
Will a TSA007 key open a TSA006 lock?
No. TSA keys are not interchangeable. A TSA007 key only fits 007 locks. For a TSA006 lock, you must use a specific TS
My TSA006 latch is stuck and won’t lift.
This is common with frame locks. Ensure the code is correct first. If it’s still stuck, apply downward pressure on the suitcase lid (compressing the seal) while trying to lift the latch. This relieves pressure on the internal hook.