05 Chevrolet Equinox Steering Wheel Does Not Lock with Key Removed - kw GMT191 ignition cylinder column

The following diagnosis might be helpful if the vehicle exhibits the symptom described in the PI.

Steering wheel does not lock when key is removed from the ignition, or steering wheel no longer locks after replacing ignition lock housing.

It was decided in manufacturing to eliminate the use of the steering wheel lock. When replacing the ignition lock housing on a vehicle, this feature may be eliminated. No further action should be taken. This is normal operation.

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Please follow this diagnosis process thoroughly and complete each step. If the condition exhibited is resolved without completing every step, the remaining steps do not need to be performed. If these steps do not resolve the condition, please contact GM TAC for further diagnostic assistance.

(2005 Chevrolet Equinox GMT191)

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