It is possible for your steering wheel to lock for no visible reason when you are about to get behind the wheel of your Peugeot Traveller. This is not impossible, and in the majority of cases, it is not very serious. That said, be sure to follow the steps that we are going to talk about in order to find an answer as simply and quickly as possible.
First of all, we will first of all remind you how the starter mechanism works.
To start the starter switch is made up of two parts.
- The cylinder of the lock in which you put the key to start the engine
- The electronic switch that we find behind. It gives the electrical impulse to start the engine of your Peugeot Traveler from the moment you turn the key.

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How do I unlock the steering wheel of my Peugeot Traveller?

On a vehicle, locking the steering wheel when stationary is an anti-theft security element. Unlocking the steering wheel is only possible by inserting the key specific to the car.
Insert the key inside the switch. Your steering wheel may have been stuck since the last time you removed the key from the ignition.
To unstick the steering wheel, try turning the key to the right and check if the engine of your Peugeot Traveler starts. Try without forcing, in mechanics, it is never good to insist strongly so act gently on the steering wheel and on the key until you find the release point.
Play the steering wheel the steering wheel, if your key is stuck, turn your steering wheel in the direction it wants to go and your key will be able to turn. Be careful, you must be more or less in sync when you turn the steering wheel and the key.

Do not wiggle the steering wheel too hard. If you force too hard, you risk damaging the switch gears, which will completely jam the steering wheel. If this does not solve the problem, try to pull the key out slightly. The idea is to find a position that would allow him to turn. Do the test with one or two millimeters less depressed.

If you manage to start your Peugeot Traveller, your key is damaged. It would therefore be more prudent to change it as soon as possible.
It is also possible that your contactor is seized up. In the event of a blockage, it may require a little special penetrating oil. Send a drop or two into the ignition slot of your Peugeot Traveler then try to insert the key again. Let it play quietly in order to spread the product inside.

In addition, also check that your key is not dull, if the teeth appear to be eaten away, they will no longer be able to move the pinions of the barrel.
If the problem is with your key, do not forget to take your duplicate in order to make another duplicate and thus have two keys which are in working order.

When should I change the steering wheel of my Peugeot Traveller?

Three cases can justify the need to replace the contactor of your Peugeot Traveler
- The ignition switch has been damaged or forced, usually because someone tried to steal your car.
- The contactor has failed for no reason and does not work at all.
– The ignition switch of your Peugeot Traveler is showing signs of weakness, there is a short lag time before the engine starts or you have to press the key hard.
Check carefully using the manual for your Peugeot Traveler if the contactor is made of a single block or if the two elements (lock cylinder and switch) are separate. Indeed, it is possible to replace only the out of service part, which is more economical. It will cost you a hundred euros if you call a mechanic, between 20 and 50 € if you change it yourself.

Conclusion on the locked steering wheel of my Peugeot Traveller:

As you have read previously, the main reasons for a steering wheel sticking are a damaged key or a seized barrel. In automotive mechanics, most problems are caused by parts that are little or not maintained. Take care to keep them in good working order by simply servicing them often to maximize their lifespan.