Is it normal for a steering wheel to lock at a 30 degree angle?

[JEDI]

I have a 2002 chevy Prizm LSi. When i turn off the car, the steering wheel locks at a 30 degree angle but the wheels are straight. In my previous car ('93 Sentra), it locks straight. The dealership said that's how the lock plate is. Is there a way for my steering wheel to lock straight?

THX

 

[302Ranger]

probably just using up the slack in your steering to hit the steering lock. in my car it doesnt lock until i move the steering wheel in either direction about 30* like yours.. i would say its normal...

 

[JEDI]

ahh..thx..thought it was only my Prizm. but how come other cars can lock straight? is it just American cars that dont?

 

[Eli]

You think too much.

If it locks, it's working = normal.. lol

 

[aphex]

In my VW Passat, it locks at an angle.