How to lock and unlock the steering wheelHow to lock and unlock the steering wheel  - Ignition switch - Starting and driving - Mitsubishi Carisma Owner's Manual - Mitsubishi Carisma

To lock

To lock

Remove the key at the “LOCK” position. Turn the steering wheel until it is locked.

To unlock

Turn the key to the “ACC” position while moving the steering wheel slightly.

CAUTION

Remove the key when leaving the vehicle.

NOTE

If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may sometimes make it difficult to turn the key from “LOCK” to “ACC”. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or to the right as you turn the key.

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