Why does the steering wheel light stay on and the car won't start?

[StHarmony]

This indicates that the vehicle's emergency anti-theft system has been activated. The anti-theft system is a car security lock designed to immobilize the steering wheel, consisting of a lock rod, lock body, and lock handle. Engine immobilizer system: Each key contains an embedded transponder. When the driver inserts the key into the ignition switch cylinder and turns it to the "ON" position, the electronic anti-theft ECU communicates with the key via radio frequency. If the key is verified as legitimate, the anti-theft ECU will then perform password authentication with the engine ECU. If the password is correct, the engine will be allowed to start. Classification of vehicle anti-theft systems: Mechanical anti-theft, electronic anti-theft, and network-based anti-theft.