Volvo s80 will not start shows steering. Wheel locked turn wheel try again nothing

All vehicles have a safety feature that won't allow a vehicle to be shifted into gear without the drivers foot being on the brake pedal . Shifter interlock system . There is a electrically controlled solenoid that locks the shifter ,when you step on the brake pedal an electrical signal un locks the shifter ,allowing the gear selector to move.

Sounds like the vehicle is not charging you may need a new alternator get the car going with jump leads again and test the voltage at the battery terminals with a DC volt meter expect 13.5-14.5 if you get less than 13.5 your alternator is bad or wiring fault also check the alternator belt is tight.

Try turning the steering wheel while trying to turn key. It may take some force on the wheel, but don't turn the key hard!

Hello,

Try to turn the wheel a bit while trying your key, the steering wheel may be in the lock position and needs to be moved a bit to allow the key to turn.

I hope this helps

possibly there is a air leak or a pocket of air in the hydrolic system try bleeding it losen one of the hoses so its just dripping start car and turnlock to lock a few times refill reservoir and do this again lock to lock the air should be gone if it still does it could be the steering box on it way out but this is unlikely hope this helps ivan

Try wiggling the steering wheel when you turn the key. Sometimes there's a steering lock. Also, make sure the car is in Park. Could be the lock cylinder, or the wheel lock jamming.

Here is the procedure from Autozone.com. Judge for yourself if you can do it. We'll be here if you get stuck. :-)

Ignition Switch

Fig. Removing the contact reel from steering column
Removing the contact reel from steering column

Remove the ignition switch:

1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
2. Remove the screws.
3. Remove the ignition switch.
   
   
   Fig. Ignition switch removal
   Ignition switch removal

To install:

1. Install the ignition switch:
   1. Position the ignition switch and tighten the screws.
   2. Connect the electrical connector.
2. Install the contact reel. Tighten the M5 screws to 44 inch lbs. (5 Nm).
3. Install the upper and lower steering column covers. Tighten the screws.
4. Install the air bag and steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel removal and installation.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.

if the wheels are pointed to the left than turn the steering wheel gently to the left. If there is to much pressure on the steering wheel position lock it will make it difficult to turn the key. Taking the pressure off the lock by steering the wheel into the direction of the turn will help take the pressure off. If that is the problem the key should turn. If the key still doesn't turn than there is a problem with the lock cylinder.

With the key removed from the lock cylinder you can tap on the lock cylinder with the handle end of a screw driver. After a couple taps try turning the key again. Repeat a couple of times. If the key turns after trying this than the lock cylinder needs to be replaced ASAP.

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Hiya,

This could be any number of problems, but first try twisting the steering wheel in either direction, as most modern vehicles are fitted with steering wheel locks and require you to turn the steering wheel by a set distance, then turning the key in order to release the lock and start the engine.

It could also be a warped, distorted, bent or damaged key. If you can remove the ket intact then I would advise to do so, then to take the key to either an approved locksmith so that you can have the key re-fabricated, or better still to a Volvo approved dealership.

Note: Taking any problem to an approved dealership might incur massive charges, so often going elsewhere is sometimes the best answer, unless of course the issue requires a dealership.

The next problem could be if the locking system is supported electronically. Then I would start to investigate your fusebox and the direct wiring to the ignition and lock system. However, this to me does sound like a mechanical issue, and it is here where I would investigate first.

So turn the steering wheel, or move it slightly with one hand, and the opposite hand shoukld be attempting to turn the ignition key.

N.B.

A broken steering lock can cause this to happen, especially if somebody has tried to steal the vehicle, or too much force has been applied to the lock. Reason.... its exactly what it is meant to do, prevent a vehicle from being moved unlawfully. A collapsable lock is the best way to achieve this especially if the steering lock also locks the ignition barrel. The only way around this would be to remove the entire locking system from the undwerside of the steering wheel.

I hope this is the fixya for you and I look forward to hearing from you soon

Yours sincerely

Oz

sounds as if the locking mechanism is wearing out or not making the proper connection to the steering wheel