Hello, I’m Chris. Just a quick tip today. Have you ever tried to start your car but you can’t turn the key and it feels like it’s got jammed? You might take the key out and try it in a different way but it still won’t turn.
Well, this probably means that the steering column lock has been engaged and you won’t be able to turn the steering wheel. It’s an anti-theft device. But don’t worry, it’s easy to disengage.
All you need to do is to gently try and turn the key and at the same time with your other hand, turn the steering wheel a little left and right a couple of times until the steering wheel unlocks and the key turns normally. Easy when you know how. But make sure you don’t force anything.
The steering column lock is engaged if you take the key out and turn the steering wheel. This is normally done by accident when you move the steering wheel as you get out of the car.
Really hope this video helps. Keep safe on the road and bye for now.
What should I do if I can’t turn the key in my car’s ignition?
If you can’t turn the key in your car’s ignition and it feels jammed, it’s likely that the steering column lock has been engaged. To disengage it, gently try turning the key while also turning the steering wheel slightly left and right until the steering wheel unlocks and the key turns normally. Do not force anything, and be mindful that the steering column lock can be engaged accidentally when moving the steering wheel as you get out of the car.