What should I do when my steering wheel is locked?

Tiny
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This happens to my car a few times when I don't drive it for a while. But I put the key in the ignition last night and it would not turn. So I wiggled the wheel a little bit. I think I wiggled a little too much because I heard a noise and now the wheel will not turn towards the right. And the key still wont turn in the ignition. What do I do?
Saturday, January 28th, 2012 AT 5:28 PM

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Tiny
KHLOW2008
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Try turning the steering wheel slightly to the side that it can move and wiggle the key to turn the ignition.

Seems the key cylinder is bad and requires attention. A locksmith should be able to help you on this.
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Saturday, January 28th, 2012 AT 9:37 PM

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