What is the reason why the van key cannot be turned?

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DelSara
07/29/25 11:34am
The reason why the van key cannot be turned is that the automatic steering wheel lock function has been activated. Here are the relevant explanations: 1. The steering wheel lock is an anti-theft function of the car to ensure vehicle safety. The solution is to insert the key, step on the brake, and turn the steering wheel left and right. The locked steering wheel can be slightly turned a little. While turning the steering wheel, turn the key to complete the steering wheel unlocking procedure. 2. After the van is turned off, turning the steering wheel left and right or if the wheels are not straight when parking will cause the steering wheel to turn under force, triggering the steering wheel self-lock function. The steering lock pin and steering column are engaged together, preventing the steering wheel from turning. At this time, the vehicle's anti-theft system considers that there is a risk of theft, so it locks the steering wheel to achieve the anti-theft function.
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