Why Can't the Car Lock Be Opened and the Key Won't Turn?
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For vehicle security, every car is required by the National Security Inspection Bureau to meet certain safety performance standards upon leaving the factory to prevent theft and illegal use, thereby protecting personal property. Each vehicle has protective measures in place to increase the difficulty for thieves, which is why every car's steering wheel is equipped with an automatic locking function. Solutions are as follows: 1. Basic Anti-Theft Function: If the key won't turn, the solution is quite simple. After removing the key, if the steering wheel is turned left or right or if the wheels are not aligned when parked, the force applied can cause the steering wheel to rotate, triggering the automatic locking function. This locks the steering column and the steering wheel together, making it impossible to turn the wheel even if the key is inserted and forced. This is a common anti-theft feature found in most cars. 2. When the Engine Is Off: Another common issue is the inability to remove the key after turning off the engine, which often occurs in automatic transmission models. This happens when the gearshift is not fully returned to the P (Park) position. Sometimes, it may appear to be in place but hasn't triggered the electronic sensor, or there might be obstacles like coins in the gear slot preventing it from fully engaging. The solution is to check for any foreign objects in the gear slot or restart the car, shift the gear to confirm it's properly engaged, and then the key can be removed.
