iyalla Posted November 3, 2005 Share Posted November 3, 2005 The steering won't lock on my 05 2.5i wagon. Once I take the key out I can turn the wheel all the way round. I know this is not normal right? Only had the car a couple of weeks, should I take it back to the dealer or is there some activation process I can do. Thanks, this is my first Subie and its an awesome car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mwiener2 Posted November 3, 2005 Share Posted November 3, 2005 That would be a big oops somewhere. The steering wheel should lock whenever the key is out. Unless you are somehow able to take the key out before it is turned to the 'lock' position. moved to warranty My Mods List (Updated 8/22/17) 2005 Outback FMT Running on Electrons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iyalla Posted November 3, 2005 Author Share Posted November 3, 2005 Sorry for posting in the wrong section. I can take the key out in any steering position. It just won't lock at all. I'm taking it back to the dealer. It may have to be replaced i'm betting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emulous Posted November 3, 2005 Share Posted November 3, 2005 My steering wheel only locks when I turn it to the left, if I try to lock it turning it to the right, it's a no go. Make sure you are trying to lock it in both directions to see if one way works and the other doesn't. I've also noticed, that if I missed the "locking" position, I have to turn it back to the right, then left again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iyalla Posted November 3, 2005 Author Share Posted November 3, 2005 Ok i'll try it tonight Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abakja1 Posted November 13, 2005 Share Posted November 13, 2005 Funny that I found this thread,.. I have the same problem too that when I take out my key to park and want to lock my steering wheel for added security, I can turn my steering wheel left and right without it locking,..I only got it to lock once out of many attempts,.. I cant believe its a "one off" problem as others have this problem too,....Is there something that we OB/GT owners should know about?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uberdog Posted November 13, 2005 Share Posted November 13, 2005 I had the same issue and posted a similar question a few months back. The wheel does indeed lock, but only turning it counter-clockwise and quite a few turns at that. Save the pressure on your steering parts and tires by trying this on gravel or a dirt road. Once I figured out how to lock the wheel and nothing was "broke" I have never used it again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iyalla Posted November 14, 2005 Author Share Posted November 14, 2005 Sorry I didn't post back. You guys are right. In order to lock it you litrally have to turn it 90 degress. Yes 90 degrees! The steering wheel has to be upside down! I was amazed at this. Most cars lock within the first quarter of a turn. The legacy seems to lock after a half turn. Your wheels will be turned in almost like you would when you park on a gradient. Uberdog is right, keep the engine running then turn the wheel half a turn, then turn it off and lock otherwise its some serious pressure you're leaving on the lock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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