Why Can't the Key Turn in a Manual Transmission Car?

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RosalieLee
07/29/25 5:31pm
The main reason the key can't turn after insertion is that the steering wheel wasn't properly aligned when the car was last parked. This causes the steering wheel to lock abnormally. Gently wiggle the steering wheel left and right with your left hand while turning the key. If the key can't be removed after turning off the engine (a common issue in automatic transmission vehicles), check for any obstructions in the gear slot. Shift the gear lever again to ensure it's fully returned to its position, then the key can be removed.
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