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What Causes the Key to Get Stuck After the Car is Turned Off?

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LolaAnn

07/29/25 10:21pm

Here are the specific reasons why the key cannot be pulled out after the car is turned off: 1. Gear in P position: The key cannot be pulled out after turning off the car because the gear is not fully returned to the P position, and the electronic sensor is not actually triggered. 2. Obstruction in the gear slot: Items such as coins obstruct the gear from returning to its position. Check the gear slot for any obstructions, remove them, and then shift the gear again to ensure it fully returns to position. Additional information on why the car key won't turn: 1. Improper steering wheel angle: After starting the car with the key, the steering wheel automatically unlocks. Sometimes, if the steering wheel is parked at a certain angle, it may prevent the key from turning to start the ignition. Gently turn the key with your right hand while lightly turning the steering wheel with your left hand to unlock it naturally. 2. Steering wheel lock engaged: After turning off the car, if the steering wheel is turned left or right or the wheels are not straight when parked, the force can cause the steering wheel to rotate, activating the self-locking function. This locks the steering column and the steering lock pin together, preventing the steering wheel from moving. Even inserting the key and trying to turn it won't work, as the vehicle's anti-theft system perceives a risk of theft and locks the steering wheel as a security measure.

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