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The steering wheel locked message is on and I can't start my rx350

Tried to start car as usual. "Steering wheel locked" message comes up and car will not start. Can't turn wheel either

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YOU WILL NEED THE DEALER TO DIAGNOSE THIS FOR SURE.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Mar 05, 2009

SOURCE: Telescopic Steering wheel won't move down - I hear a gear spinning

Open the gear motor on the left hand side of the telelscopic assembly. Take the plate off held by 4 philips screws. Using a 10mm socket, remove the bolt holding the platic gear. Remove plastic gear and insert the reverse way. Over the years, one side of the gears get worn out.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jul 21, 2009

SOURCE: Gear shift panel does not light up

for the gear shift there should be a small bulb need to replace on most car replaceable. for you squeaking you need the clock spring this for your air bag you dont need to short out your airbag system

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Aug 27, 2009

SOURCE: I bought a used lexus RX350 2008 and I can't find

it is usually given to the owner and in the glove compartment or in the kit area for the jack if you still can not find it Lexus wheel locks have a unique shank on the base and can only be replaced at the dealer so ask the dealer

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Feb 26, 2010

SOURCE: Ignition is locked

I had the same exact problem tonight. My key would not turn the ignition. I could not start by pulling the steering wheel and the tow company could not tow it out of the garage, BUT before this happened as I was driving the car earlier in the day, I noticed it was very difficult to drive and got concerned.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Mar 02, 2011

SOURCE: Same Problem-My 2006 GX470 won't start -Key won't turn.

Had the same issue with my wife's 2005 Lexus GX470. The issue is that the shifter is not in park (even though it seems it is). The other issue is that without the key turned, you can not move the shifter to neutral. If you look closely at the gear shift, on the left above the P (Park Symbol) there is a small rectangular box that has a **** on one side. _862.jpgTake a small screwdriver and lift the plastic cover which will reveal a button. With your foot on the brake, push the button with one hand and now you will be able to move the shifter to neutral with the other hand. Now, put it back in park and you should now be able to turn your key and start your car. Put the little piece of plastic you removed over the button and go on your way.

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