Why is my key and steering wheel locked?
Your steering wheel is likely locked because there was a bit of force on the wheel as you turned the car off last. Unlocking it will require using the ignition key in the same way you would when starting the vehicle. If the key will turn and start the vehicle, the wheel will unlock with the ignition cylinder.
How do you get your key out of the ignition when the steering wheel is locked?
“Unlocking” the steering wheel – Many vehicles feature a locking mechanism that activates when the steering wheel is turned too far to the left or right. This will also prevent the removal of the key. Turning the wheel in the opposite direction can release the lock and enable you to take the key out of the ignition.
What happens if the steering lock is jammed on a Volvo P1?
For those with 2004-2008 P1s, upon inserting your key into the ignition, you should hear a click noise as the steer lock recedes and allows you to rotate the steering wheel freely. However, if this lock becomes jammed, the warning message “Turn Steering Try Start Again” will appear on the gauge cluster and the car will not start.
What do you do when your steering wheel is locked?
Determine what direction you need to turn the wheel so you can feel it wanting to spring back, then go to step 2. Note: Steering wheels most often get locked when people use the steering wheel to assist them getting out of the vehicle. With that being said, the “springy” feel in the steering wheel tends to be to the left.
What to do if your steering column lock fails?
Rotate the side window defroster duct by 180 degrees. Pry downward and outward on the panel behind the water fall console to remove it. Using the T20 torx driver, remove the single screw under the light switch panel. Remove the two T20 torx screws from the footwell area.
Is there an extended warranty for Volvo steering column lock failure?
Steering column lock failure is not covered under any extended warranties, but Volvo eventually acknowledged this problem and did away with the steering lock on 2009 and later model year Volvo C30 s, Volvo S40 s, Volvo V50 s, and Volvo C70 s.