What Causes the CRV Steering Wheel to Lock and the Key to Not Turn?

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The CRV steering wheel locks and the key won't turn because the automatic locking function of the steering wheel has been activated. Here are the relevant explanations: 1. Steering wheel anti-theft function: The steering wheel lock is a simple anti-theft feature. When the car is turned off, if the steering wheel is turned left or right or the wheels are not straight when parked, force applied can cause the steering wheel to turn, triggering the self-locking function. Even if the key is inserted and turned with force, it won't move. This is the vehicle's anti-theft system detecting a potential theft risk, thus locking the steering wheel to prevent theft. 2. Solution to the steering wheel lock: First, insert the key and press the brake, then turn the steering wheel left and right. While turning the steering wheel, turn the key to complete the steering wheel unlocking procedure. If you're not familiar with the process, it might not succeed on the first try. Don't worry; just remove the key and repeat the steps 1-2 times, and you should be able to unlock it successfully.