What Causes the Steering Wheel to Lock While Driving?
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The reasons for the steering wheel locking while driving are as follows: 1. Steering gear failure. Abnormal failure of the steering gear is likely caused by an improperly designed drainage outlet at the bottom of the vehicle from the windshield water guide tube, combined with poor sealing of the power steering mechanism. This can lead to water ingress into the sensor wiring harness or internal components, resulting in power steering failure and "steering wheel lock-up." 2. Anti-theft function activation. Generally, when the car is turned off, rotating the steering wheel a certain angle in one direction will cause a "click" sound, after which the steering wheel can no longer be turned, indicating it is locked. The steering wheel locking could be triggered by the anti-theft system.