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When I put the key in and hold the steering wheel it won't unlock and my key won't turn

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The steering wheel has a locking devise released by the key when starting, at times the wheel is turned in a way that keeps pressure on the lock that makes turning the key harder, this is the same in most cars, so a little jiggle of the wheel will make turning the key much easier, please take a moment to rate my reply Good Luck

  • Anonymous Jun 22, 2012

    one some fords you have to press the brake while turning the key. it is part of the anti theft program.

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chitownbob45

chitownbob45

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  • Posted on Oct 08, 2009

SOURCE: Steering Wheel Locked Up

Do you have the wheels turned all the way in one direction? If so turn them more in the same direction and try turning the key.

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Mike

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  • Posted on Sep 07, 2009

SOURCE: steering wheel is locked nd wont unlock even with

Typically, the steering is preloaded. This happens when car is turned off with some steering assist being applied (whether you know it or not).

Often you have to manhandle the wheel in one direction or the other while turning the key.

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Greg Bernett

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  • Posted on Mar 14, 2009

SOURCE: steering wheel locked up. key will not unlock it. is i

Either your key is worn too much or your tumbler/lock cylinder is damaged.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jan 31, 2009

SOURCE: 03 suburban steering wheel unlocked and can't turn key

Jiggle the steering wheel straight then proceed to turn key the steering column gets locked and immobile try that guys/ Please rate my response thank you very much

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jun 14, 2009

SOURCE: cannot unlock the steering wheel on oldsmobile intrigue 2001

is it the right key for that car? cause if not then that is the problem... if it is the right key, then you might have to replace the key cylinder cause you may have something broken in it...

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