Subaru Outback 2019, car will not start, steering wheel will not turn, can’t get out of Park
we will need a bit more info but I will leave you with this to start with…
When your Steering Wheel is Locked
As a security measure, your car’s steering wheel will lock when you turn the wheel with the key removed from the ignition. You may find that your steering wheel won’t turn, and the ignition key can’t be turned either. In this case, everything about your car is working as intended – it’s just a matter of knowing what’s happened, and how to fix it.
If you go to start your car in the morning and the key won’t turn and the steering wheel is locked, here’s what to do. First, wiggle the steering wheel a bit. You’ll notice it’s utterly impossible to move in one direction, but it has a little bit of “give” allowing you to turn it slightly in one direction. Place your foot on the brake and turn the wheel in the direction in which it has a little range of motion. This should ease the tension on the steering column and allow you to turn the key. Turning the key will also [unlock the steering wheel, and you’ll be good to go!
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3 year old car… MIGHT still be under the 36 month, 36,000 mile factory warranty…
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