How to Set a Masterlock 176 Combination

Published: Sep 24, 2010
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

Lost reset tools can be replaced through a local hardware store or locksmith.

  1. Turn the Masterlock 176 lock over and set all four dials to “0."

  2. Press the shackle down and pull the lock open.

  3. Fit the reset tool into the hole in the side of the lock, and turn the reset tool a quarter turn in either direction. Leave the key in place for now.

  4. Turn the dials to the desired four-digit combination.

  5. Turn the reset tool to its original position and remove the reset tool from the lock.

  6. Close the shackle to set the combination. Scramble the dials to hide the combination.

Matthew Ferguson

Matthew Ferguson is a writer living in Savannah, Ga. He has been writing for over 10 years and his work has appeared on various online publications. A collection of his short stories was published in spring 2010. He is a graduate of…

Sponsored
HomeSteady Logo

HomeSteady is the ultimate guide for all your household needs, from cleaning and HVAC to electrical, DIY and maintenance.

Property of TechnologyAdvice. © 2026 TechnologyAdvice. All Rights Reserved

Advertiser Disclosure: Some of the products that appear on this site are from companies from which TechnologyAdvice receives compensation. This compensation may impact how and where products appear on this site including, for example, the order in which they appear. TechnologyAdvice does not include all companies or all types of products available in the marketplace.