How do you unlock a Montero steering wheel?
All you need to do to unlock your steering wheel is to insert the key in the ignition, then turn the steering wheel left and right as you turn the key. You need to turn the wheel and the key simultaneously for this to work. When doing this, the steering wheel might seem locked at first.
What causes a locked steering wheel to not turn in?
If a locked steering wheel is the only thing preventing your key from turning the ignition, then follow our instructions below for How to Unlock a Locked Steering wheel and you will be back on the road fast. Problem 2. Dirt, pocket lint or debris (like tape from opening a package) may cause your key not to turn in your ignition lock cylinder.
How can I unlock a locked steering wheel?
1. Try pulling the key out a very small amount before gently turning key. (About 1/16 of an inch, the thickness of a nickel). 2. Wiggle key while trying to turn key gently.
What’s the best way to turn the steering wheel?
Turn the key toward the accessory position while keeping the steering wheel turned. If nothing happens, rock the steering wheel as you turn the key. If this does not work, rock the steering wheel as you jiggle the key in the ignition. You can mix and match with the methods of turning the wheel and moving the key.
Why does my GM steering wheel not lock?
[MENTION=50075]SurrealOne [/MENTION] has an 2004, maybe he can let us know if he has a steering wheel lock. GM stopped using them when they introduced Passlock 2. I guess that they felt no need for that security feature and they saved a boat load of money not putting them in. You know I am not sure if the wheel locked before.
1. Try pulling the key out a very small amount before gently turning key. (About 1/16 of an inch, the thickness of a nickel). 2. Wiggle key while trying to turn key gently.
Why is my steering wheel not locking on my 1998 Sonoma?
When my 1998 a sonoma was stolen, they hot wired it and then just took a pair of visegrips to the ignition key cylinder, apparently they just grabbed it and pulled hard enough to break it, defeating the shift interlock. I know it wont stop them it just makes me FEEL happier and more secure.
What to do when your steering wheel won’t turn in?
When you feel the steering wheel wanting to spring back you have turned hard enough, do not turn the wheel too hard, turn the key with normal pressure (Do not force key). If a locked steering wheel is the problem this will fix it. Back to Troubleshooting