locked steering wheel

1995 TOYOTA CAMRY
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TAMNICE
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Steering problem
1995 Toyota Camry Two Wheel Drive Automatic 200000 miles

My steering wheel is locked and the key won't turn. what could be the problem?

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tammy
Jun 22, 2010 at 8:15 AM
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It sounds like you need to turn the wheel a little when you are turning the key here is a guide that can help.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/ignition-switch-wont-turn-stuck

If that is not it you will need to replace the ignition key tumbler.

Check out the diagrams (Below)

Please let us know what happens.

mark (mhpautos)
Jun 22, 2010 at 9:16 AM