What causes a locked steering wheel?

If your steering wheel locks up while the car is in motion, perhaps the most likely culprit is a lack of power steering fluid, or dirty power steering fluid. If damage has caused the system to spring a leak, this could lead to a lack of fluid pressure in the system.

What happens if my steering wheel locks up?

When locked, the wheel will not be able to move in either direction freely, but one side will not allow any movement whatsoever (the side with the locking pin). Determine which direction the wheel cannot move, then apply pressure in the other direction while turning the key with your other hand.

What is the best steering lock to buy?

Here are five of the best steering wheel locks you can buy this year.

Stoplock Pro Steering Wheel Lock.
Disklok Steering Wheel Lock.
Streetwize Double Hook Steering Wheel Lock.
Milenco High Security Steering Wheel Lock.
Streetwize Urban X Steering Wheel Lock.
How does a steering wheel lock work?

What is the best anti-theft device for cars?

What Are the Best Car Anti-Theft Devices?

GPS Trackers. GPS trackers help you track your car’s location from your smartphone.
Vehicle Recovery Systems.
Hidden Kill Switch.
Brake Lock.
Car Wheel Clamp.
Steering Wheel Lock.
Subscription Services.
Audible Alarm.

Are wheel locks a waste of money?

Wheel locks won’t even slow down a prepared thief, who will be using a hex head fastener extractor (such as this). They’re a waste of money, and a source of aggravation for the car’s next owner.

What happens if I lost my wheel lock key?

One option is to call your mechanic or any local auto repair shop. Many mechanics have special tools (sockets) for this purpose, so they might be able to remove the wheel locks without a key. A dealer should also be able to remove the wheel lock nut if it’s broken or stripped.