Steering Lock on my Mk5

[maurice 1]

Been a while since i went in to have a look at my Mk5 , thought id try to get her moved to a secure location, only one problem, i cannot get the steering lock off. The key goes in but will not turn to get the steering lock off. . I tried a few harsh movements with the steering wheel whilst trying to turn the key but to no avail.

 I had to pull her out of my garage and literally drag the car around with steel chains wrapped around the wheels and pull her with my Discovery to get her lined up with my newer secure garage.

Any ideas how to undo the steering lock without having to damage it? I gave it a good squirt of penetrating oil down the keyhole and hope that may release it but any ideas will be appreciated

 

[sheffieldcortinacentre 748]

Try waggling the key in all directions Inc in & out.

If all else fails remove the complete housing & send it with key & I'll probably be able to sort it.

[maurice 1]

Cheers Craig I'll try that, if that doesn't work ill certainly remove it and bring it to you, be good to see you again  been a few years

[sheffieldcortinacentre 748]

No probs callers always welcome. Or bring to yat.

[maurice 1]

Problem solved, turned out i was using the wrong key

[sheffieldcortinacentre 748]

You stupid boy lol

[John Mack 331]

1 hour ago, maurice said:

Problem solved, turned out i was using the wrong key

 

Easy fix 

[maurice 1]

lol Craig