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Old Oct 30, 2009 | 09:04 PM
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Recently for some reason, when I take my key out the steering wheel does not lock anymore. Could something inside of the column be broke? The turn signals still cancel after a turn, and you cannot turn the iginition without the key. Thanks!
 
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Old Oct 31, 2009 | 08:58 AM
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Have you tried turning the wheel farther? I know these trucks don't lock as quickly as most vehicles do. But yes, there is a mechanism by the ignition switch.
 
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Old Jun 20, 2010 | 12:02 PM
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Did anybody else ever have this problem, My steering wheel only lock upside down?? how do I correct this to lock rightside up. BTW all steering controls work fine (cruise, horn). Thanks
 
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Old Jun 20, 2010 | 04:51 PM
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sounds like the lock is broke, might have a broken tab or tooth whatever you wanna call it, that wont lock it on the other side(180*)
 
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Old Jun 20, 2010 | 05:03 PM
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what would be involved at looking at the lock? what do i need to remove?
 
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Old Jun 20, 2010 | 05:06 PM
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the outer case of the steering column gonna have to come off for sure, but after that im not sure man, never had this prob.
 
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Old Jun 20, 2010 | 05:35 PM
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Air Bag, (not without its perils....) and steering wheel. Lock ring should be right under that. Might be a little plastic cover over it too.....
 
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Old Jun 20, 2010 | 06:44 PM
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alright ill have to take a look sometime this week
 
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