How to Unlock a Steering Wheel Lock?
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Steering wheel lock can be unlocked using the following methods: 1. Press the brake pedal, hold the steering wheel with your left hand and gently shake it, while simultaneously shaking and turning the key with your right hand to unlock. 2. For keyless start models, the unlocking method is roughly the same as with a key, except for the step of inserting the key. Press the brake pedal, then turn the steering wheel left and right, and finally press the start button to start the car. Reasons for steering wheel lock: Through the rotation of the key, a steel pin is controlled by a spring. When the key is pulled out, if the steering wheel is turned, the steel pin will pop into a pre-drilled hole, locking the steering wheel to prevent it from turning.
I remember the first time I encountered a steering wheel lock last summer. I had just parked the car in front of my house and was in a hurry to get to work. When I inserted the key and tried to turn it, the steering wheel wouldn't budge, as if it was welded in place. I thought the car was broken and immediately called a friend for advice. He taught me a simple trick: turn the key to the Acc or On position while gently shaking the steering wheel left or right. I tried it, wiggling it back and forth softly a few times, and sure enough, I heard a 'click' as it unlocked. Since then, I've made sure to straighten the steering wheel every time I park. It's important to know that the steering wheel lock is an anti-theft device—it easily engages when the wheel is turned after removing the key. Forcing it could damage the lock cylinder or steering system. If it locks, don’t panic; this method works for most cars.
