What Causes the Car Key to Not Turn?
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Car key not turning is caused by a locked steering wheel or a damaged key chip. Here are the detailed explanations: Steering Wheel Locked: The steering wheel lock is a simple anti-theft feature. When the vehicle's anti-theft system detects a potential theft risk, it locks the steering wheel to prevent theft. First, insert the key and press the brake, then turn the steering wheel left and right. Although the steering wheel is in a locked state, it can still be slightly rotated. While turning the steering wheel, twist the key to complete the unlocking process. Key Chip Damaged: The car remote and engine anti-theft system operate separately. If the key's anti-theft signal is lost, it cannot be unlocked. Use a decoder to read the anti-theft system's fault code to confirm if the anti-theft system is locked, or seek a professional technician to re-match the anti-theft key.