How to Fix a Locked Steering Wheel
Insert the key into the ignition.. Turn the key gently.. Apply pressure to the steering wheel.
Steps
Insert the key into the ignition.
Insert the key into the ignition.
Turn the key gently.
Turn the key gently.
Apply pressure to the steering wheel.
Apply pressure to the steering wheel.
Do not shake or rock the wheel.
Do not shake or rock the wheel.
Pull the key out slightly before turning it.
Pull the key out slightly before turning it.
Turn the wheel and the key at once to unlock it.
Turn the wheel and the key at once to unlock it.
Use a small dose of electrical cleaner in the key hole.
Use a small dose of electrical cleaner in the key hole.
Spray canned air into the ignition.
Spray canned air into the ignition.
Gently slide the key in and out a number of times.
Gently slide the key in and out a number of times.
Ensure the key is not bent or damaged.
Ensure the key is not bent or damaged.
Purchase a new ignition lock assembly.
Purchase a new ignition lock assembly.
Remove the cover over the ignition.
Remove the cover over the ignition.
Use an Allen wrench to release the ignition assembly.
Use an Allen wrench to release the ignition assembly.
Make sure the new ignition switch is well-greased.
Make sure the new ignition switch is well-greased.
Ensure that the internal lock pins can move freely.
Ensure that the internal lock pins can move freely.
Slide the cylinder into place and reconnect the switch plug.
Slide the cylinder into place and reconnect the switch plug.
Start the engine to ensure the steering wheel lock disengages.
Start the engine to ensure the steering wheel lock disengages.
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