steering wheel lock

[bugsohio]

trouble with steering lock
no key turn
no unlock steering whee
have replaced ignition switch
What activates the steering wheel unlock bolt? electrical/mechanical
any one willing to answer questions over the phone? 1st boxster I've owned
thank You
bugsohio (mike)

[Anker]

Mechanical.

You'll need to replace the mechanical part of your ignition key assembly.

[bugsohio]

what is the newer lock assembly part # suppose to be more reliable

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[elgyqc]

Check out my thread on my steering lock problem and solution. Turning the key to the first position mechanically pulls the steering lock bolt back.
http://986forum.com/forums/performance-technical-chat/75336-steering-locking-mechanism-problem-how-i-resolved.html