How do I turn off the steering lock on my Toyota?
Turn the steering wheel back and forth while turning the key at the same time. This will disengage the lock and allow the vehicle to start.
What happens when your steering wheel locks?
If your steering wheel is locked, you won’t be able to start your car: either your ignition switch won’t turn or, if your car has a start-stop button, you’ll see a warning light about the steering lock. Fortunately, it’s easy enough to unlock your steering wheel and get your car started with the following simple steps.
When does the steering wheel lock on a Toyota?
For the most part, the steps to unlock your Toyota steering wheel will be the same if you use a key to start the ignition or have push-button start. You will know the steering wheel lock is engaged if you can’t turn the wheel or turn the key in the ignition.
How do you know if your steering wheel is locked?
You will know the steering wheel lock is engaged if you can’t turn the wheel or turn the key in the ignition. If your vehicle has an information display in the center gauge cluster, you will also see a notification that the lock has been set on the steering wheel. Turn the steering wheel back and forth while turning the key at the same time.
What’s the best way to unlock the steering wheel?
Unlocking Your Steering Wheel Insert the key into the ignition. Turn the key gently. Apply pressure to the steering wheel. Do not shake or rock the wheel. Pull the key out slightly before turning it. Turn the wheel and the key at once to unlock it.
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