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Austin45 · 07-09-2013, 11:46 AM

I'm trying to install my ZL1 grill this morning, and I have the wheels all the way to the right to get access to the wheel well, and I go to turn the wheel to get into the other side and the wheel is locked. I can't get to the key to turn a cm and the wheel is just locked solid. I can't get it to move at all to try and jiggle it loose with the key. Help?

2012-1822 · 07-09-2013, 11:49 AM

I don't know. But there has been a time or two when mine was turned all the way and it was a booger to get it to unlock. I just had to give it a heave to get the key to turn. I know you've tried that already, maybe an extra set of hands to pull on the wheel while the key gets turned maybe.

nyrfan · 07-09-2013, 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Austin45

I'm trying to install my ZL1 grill this morning, and I have the wheels all the way to the right to get access to the wheel well, and I go to turn the wheel to get into the other side and the wheel is locked. I can't get to the key to turn a cm and the wheel is just locked solid. I can't get it to move at all to try and jiggle it loose with the key. Help?

Really

? You need to pull it in the same direction it currently is in while turning the key.

VENOM XLI · 07-09-2013, 11:51 AM

Your V6 Camaro is telling you it doesn't want a ZL1 grille

MR.Sarge · 07-09-2013, 11:52 AM

Usually if the steering wheel locks and key wont turn, from my experience, turning the steering wheel as far as you can possible with your strength in the same direction you already turned the wheel while also turning key should start to crank the key and start car for you to unlock the steering wheel.

Goober · 07-09-2013, 11:52 AM

really?

JDP Sales · 07-09-2013, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by nyrfan

You need to try and pull it in the same direction it currently is in while trying to turn the key.

This

You need to relieve the tension on the lock mechanism by turning the wheel into the turn slightly further. While you are holding the steering wheel, then turn the key.

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Austin45 · 07-09-2013, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by nyrfan

Really

? You need to pull it in the same direction it currently is in while turning the key.

Thanks, got it... finally.

MCSarge · 07-09-2013, 12:11 PM

I accidently locked the keys in the car with the motor running. It's been three days and the wife is trapped inside and really pissed, what should I do.

mcbeth15 · 07-09-2013, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by MCSarge

I accidently locked the keys in the car with the motor running. It's been three days and the wife is trapped inside and really pissed, what should I do.

Buy a new car!

grocerygetter · 07-09-2013, 12:15 PM

get a new wife. :lmao

2Carats · 07-09-2013, 12:16 PM

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Originally Posted by MCSarge

I accidently locked the keys in the car with the motor running. It's been three days and the wife is trapped inside and really pissed, what should I do.

Walk away!

Mind controlled by Cerebro

DefianceDan · 07-09-2013, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by MCSarge

I accidently locked the keys in the car with the motor running. It's been three days and the wife is trapped inside and really pissed, what should I do.

Isn't it SOP to remove the tires and walk away?

ZED SLED · 07-09-2013, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by MCSarge

I accidently locked the keys in the car with the motor running. It's been three days and the wife is trapped inside and really pissed, what should I do.

LOL, reminds me of why dogs are better friends than wives. If you're not sure, lock both your dog and your wife in the trunk. Comes back and open it 3 hours later. Which one is happy to see you?

07-09-2013, 11:46 AM	#1
Austin45 The Logistician Drives: 2012 LFX 45th Anniversary Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Jonesboro, AR Posts: 864 View My Garage	Steering Wheel Locked I'm trying to install my ZL1 grill this morning, and I have the wheels all the way to the right to get access to the wheel well, and I go to turn the wheel to get into the other side and the wheel is locked. I can't get to the key to turn a cm and the wheel is just locked solid. I can't get it to move at all to try and jiggle it loose with the key. Help? __________________

07-09-2013, 11:49 AM	#2
2012-1822 Drives: Black ZL1 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: City of Champions, Alabama Posts: 3,698	I don't know. But there has been a time or two when mine was turned all the way and it was a booger to get it to unlock. I just had to give it a heave to get the key to turn. I know you've tried that already, maybe an extra set of hands to pull on the wheel while the key gets turned maybe. __________________ Check out Alabama Camaros, for Camaro enthusiasts all around Alabama https://www.facebook.com/groups/1739...group_activity

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MCSarge USMC 1980-1990 Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: MI Posts: 478	I accidently locked the keys in the car with the motor running. It's been three days and the wife is trapped inside and really pissed, what should I do. __________________ USMC 1980-1990 My other toys are Harleys

07-09-2013, 12:15 PM	#11
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07-09-2013, 11:51 AM	#4
VENOM XLI Account Suspended Drives: 2010 Satin Pearl White 2SS Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Coconut Creek, FL Posts: 130 View My Garage	Your V6 Camaro is telling you it doesn't want a ZL1 grille

07-09-2013, 11:52 AM	#5
MR.Sarge Drives: 2015 2SS/RS 1LE Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Windsor, ON Posts: 511 View My Garage	Usually if the steering wheel locks and key wont turn, from my experience, turning the steering wheel as far as you can possible with your strength in the same direction you already turned the wheel while also turning key should start to crank the key and start car for you to unlock the steering wheel.

07-09-2013, 11:52 AM	#6
Goober Account Suspended Drives: Camaro Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: US Posts: 522	really?