Use our simple guide below to unlock your car’s steering wheel safely.
How To Unlock Your Steering Wheel
A steering wheel locking unintentionally is a common occurrence for drivers, but thankfully it is quite easy to unlock the wheel. Use these steps as you start to unlock your steering wheel:
- Pull your steering wheel down in the same direction as when the wheel originally locked.
- If you are unsure which direction the wheel got locked in, try pulling down in both directions.
- The steering wheel will slightly move when it is pulled in the right direction.
- Hold the steering wheel in the correct direction while inserting your key into the ignition and starting the engine.
- If the wheel won’t unlock and the car doesn’t start, try pulling the wheel in the opposite direction.
- Repeat this process.
Tips To Unlock A Steering Wheel
It’s crucial to avoid causing damage to the steering column when trying to unlock the wheel. Use these tips to unlock the wheel while avoiding any damage.
- Never use brute force as your attempting to unlock the wheel.
- If you use force, it’s possible you’ll damage important parts of the steering mechanism.
- Try simply applying pressure to the steering wheel, at this time.
- If you can’t turn the key, then the key itself could be the problem.
- Try using a different key.
- It is possible that your key is worn down, no longer engaging the car’s tumblers.
How To Lock Your Steering Wheel
If you leave your car in an unfamiliar area, you may want to lock the wheel. Use these steps to lock the steering wheel:
- Turn your car off and take your keys out of the ignition.
- Turn the wheel in one direction until you hear a distinct clicking sound.
- Your wheel will now remain locked until you return.
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