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This is a very common problem all vehicle owners face at one time or another. Its very easy to fix and you may feel quite embarrassed to learn how easy it is to fix...

  1. Simply put your ignition key into the switch, turn the key to either 'start' or 1/2 way.
  2. Next, loosen your steering wheel by turning it left or right. This should loosen the wheel completely. If not, start the car to finish the job.
  3. Avoid this in the future by keeping your wheels aligned straight forward when parking and turning off your vehicle.
  4. If the above didn't work, check to see if you are parked too close to an object like a curb.

Now don't you feel silly? Don't! We've all done this.

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