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MG Midget and Sprite Technical - NMC Power required for steering lock on '72 GT6?

My niece and nephew to be are digging my brothers '72 GT6 out of a stable. They have all the wheels turning, but steering at odd angle and steering lock in place. Positioned too close to another vehicle to open the bonnet to put in a battery.

Keys to be located!

Does the steering lock require power, or is it just mechanical, thus only needing the key inserted and "turned" ?

My thinking just mechanical, but need to advise from a distance (remotely).
Tim C

No power required.
Dave O'Neill 2

As I thought, thanks :)
Tim C

They might have to jiggle the steering wheel about a bit if the key doesnt want to turn and release the lock pin. Obvious enough to any of us here but possibly less apparent to a younger generation.
GuyW

IDK, I sometimes have to jiggle the steering wheel on my Skoda before I can release the steering lock.
Dave O'Neill 2

This thread was discussed on 02/09/2026

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