These could be the new codes that were accidentally created when the lock jammed up. Often the code gets accidentally changed by just moving one of the digits up or down. The way to fix the jam is to move the dials. The question is how do you figure out what the code has changed to… But the combination code might have been nudged and now be different from what you think it is. To unlock it you need to turn the dial to the correct combination code. It doesn’t matter if you have a TSA002 lock or a TSA007 lock, sometimes this code changing mechanism gets jammed causing the lock to be stuck in an open position.Įssentially what has happened is your lock has managed to become locked while the shackle is open. The combination code can be changed by opening the lock and turning the shackle 90 degrees then pushing the shackle down.
If you have a padlock style TSA lock it usually will have 3 dials. It’s also relevant for all types of popular 3rd party TSA locks like Travel More. This post should help with all luggage brands from American Tourister to Samsonite.
