DIY: Replace dreaded steering-lock on 2009s and early 2010s.

GaleForce · 01-23-2012, 08:02 AM

A good tech will be able to rule the remote starter out of the equation. Plus you were able to start the car with the remote start... That's a plus. You can also mention how long you have had the remote start installed and properly functioning before the problem occurred.

BeemaaZ · 01-23-2012, 08:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Thechidz

if you had the lock failure be sure to file a complaint here

www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/ivoq/

there have been many reports of this failure on this forum alone if everyone files the complaint the government will force the recall

Broken link fixed

kenchan · 01-23-2012, 10:02 AM

the link to NHTSA claims posted by Mike worked so i placed it on the first page of this thread in the DIY very bottom yesterday.

GaleForce · 01-23-2012, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

the link to NHTSA claims posted by Mike worked so i placed it on the first page of this thread in the DIY very bottom yesterday.

Excellent

Jasonle · 01-23-2012, 04:35 PM

So i just got back from the Dealership...it did not go well. The manager kept trying to argue with me..he wouldnt even listen to what I had to say. I printed all the threads of ppl having the steering wheel locked thing..he didnt even want to look at them...I even printed out the part that I need he didnt want to look at that either. He kept sayin its my car starter and he seen so many times it goes wrong. Then He kept saying that stuff on the internet that i read... alot of time they are wrong.. Then he continues sayings its my automatic car starter thats doing this. He will do a dianogsis test on it and said he is pretty sure it that is my car starter is the problem..that i need to have it removed before they can even work on my car. What the F man i am pissed!

TongMan · 01-23-2012, 05:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Jasonle

So i just got back from the Dealership...it did not go well. The manager kept trying to argue with me..he wouldnt even listen to what I had to say. I printed all the threads of ppl having the steering wheel locked thing..he didnt even want to look at them...I even printed out the part that I need he didnt want to look at that either. He kept sayin its my car starter and he seen so many times it goes wrong. Then He kept saying that stuff on the internet that i read... alot of time they are wrong.. Then he continues sayings its my automatic car starter thats doing this. He will do a dianogsis test on it and said he is pretty sure it that is my car starter is the problem..that i need to have it removed before they can even work on my car. What the F man i am pissed!

When you say "automatic car starter" you mean a remote starter right? I'm confused. When you have mods and you claim a problem with that is related to your mods, you have just allowed dealers an excellent reason to deny your warranty claim, like exactly what you are going through now.

kenchan · 01-23-2012, 04:37 PM

^^ sucks...

and with your luck chances are your steering lock will temporarily fix itself from the tow (vibrations and all) and dealer will say 'hey i told you so.' that's how this f-king story will go. (hope not).

Jasonle · 01-23-2012, 06:27 PM

Yeah your right.. not looking forward to paying $1000

MJB · 01-23-2012, 07:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Jasonle

Yeah your right.. not looking forward to paying $1000

If they deny it under warranty, I would just order the part from Nissan and install it yourself. DIY looks super easy.

m4a1mustang · 01-23-2012, 07:31 PM

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Originally Posted by MJB

If they deny it under warranty, I would just order the part from Nissan and install it yourself. DIY looks super easy.

kenchan · 01-23-2012, 09:09 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

x2.

not worth dishing out $800+ for parts, labor, and tow.

370zproject · 01-23-2012, 09:39 PM

mine keeps coming on then off hasnt failed yet comeon recall FFF!!!!

Jasonle · 01-23-2012, 09:43 PM

Im not good at installing stuff.. so its just screwing the new one in and thats it? Don't have to reprogram anything? Sorry for the dumb questions! I might end up going this route.

kenchan · 01-23-2012, 09:51 PM

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Originally Posted by 370zproject

mine keeps coming on then off hasnt failed yet comeon recall FFF!!!!

you've been just touching the steering lock or have you been tapping at it, etc?

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Originally Posted by Jasonle

Im not good at installing stuff.. so its just screwing the new one in and thats it? Don't have to reprogram anything? Sorry for the dumb questions! I might end up going this route.

right, there's no programming involved. all you need to do is roll on your back (this is very uncomfortable and clumsy if you've never done this before) stick your head under the steering column and look up. just shine a flash light and you will see it in your face.

you will need to have an angled pair of long nose plies (not regular long nose). most hardware and hobby shops have them. and lefty loosy out the round security bolts. just take your time.

there is one harness you detach with a tab on the top side. you dont need special tools for that either. just feel for it with your fingers, press it down and detach.

Jasonle · 01-23-2012, 10:02 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

you've been just touching the steering lock or have you been tapping at it, etc?

right, there's no programming involved. all you need to do is roll on your back (this is very uncomfortable and clumsy if you've never done this before) stick your head under the steering column and look up. just shine a flash light and you will see it in your face.

you will need to have an angled pair of long nose plies (not regular long nose). most hardware and hobby shops have them. and lefty loosy out the round security bolts. just take your time.

there is one harness you detach with a tab on the top side. you dont need special tools for that either. just feel for it with your fingers, press it down and detach.

Wow thanks for all your guys help! Ill wait till i hear back from the dealer and if they don't cover.. ill do it myself! Or try too. Thanks!

01-23-2012, 08:02 AM	#1 (permalink)
GaleForce A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 21,749 Drives: Varis Arising II Rep Power: 51866	A good tech will be able to rule the remote starter out of the equation. Plus you were able to start the car with the remote start... That's a plus. You can also mention how long you have had the remote start installed and properly functioning before the problem occurred. __________________ >>>GaleForce's Build<<< >>>FaceBook @3GsCustoms<<<>>>Instagram @GaleForce370z<<< Varis Kamikaze-Z

01-23-2012, 04:35 PM	#5 (permalink)
Jasonle A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: St. Louis Posts: 3,509 Drives: 09 370z Rep Power: 27	So i just got back from the Dealership...it did not go well. The manager kept trying to argue with me..he wouldnt even listen to what I had to say. I printed all the threads of ppl having the steering wheel locked thing..he didnt even want to look at them...I even printed out the part that I need he didnt want to look at that either. He kept sayin its my car starter and he seen so many times it goes wrong. Then He kept saying that stuff on the internet that i read... alot of time they are wrong.. Then he continues sayings its my automatic car starter thats doing this. He will do a dianogsis test on it and said he is pretty sure it that is my car starter is the problem..that i need to have it removed before they can even work on my car. What the F man i am pissed! __________________ 2009 Nissan 370z/2003 Honda Soccer Van Shineauto Amuse Body Kit/UAM Fenders/Bc Br Coilovers/Topspeed Exhaust/Racing Hart Wheels and More My Sexy Beast

01-23-2012, 06:27 PM	#8 (permalink)
Jasonle A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: St. Louis Posts: 3,509 Drives: 09 370z Rep Power: 27	Yeah your right.. not looking forward to paying $1000 __________________ 2009 Nissan 370z/2003 Honda Soccer Van Shineauto Amuse Body Kit/UAM Fenders/Bc Br Coilovers/Topspeed Exhaust/Racing Hart Wheels and More My Sexy Beast

01-23-2012, 09:39 PM	#12 (permalink)
370zproject A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Memphis Age: 36 Posts: 16,104 Drives: 09 A/T 370z blue Rep Power: 54	mine keeps coming on then off hasnt failed yet comeon recall FFF!!!! __________________ Brake Upgrade Package ate blue, hawk hp ceramic pads, and slotted rotors

01-23-2012, 09:43 PM	#13 (permalink)
Jasonle A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: St. Louis Posts: 3,509 Drives: 09 370z Rep Power: 27	Im not good at installing stuff.. so its just screwing the new one in and thats it? Don't have to reprogram anything? Sorry for the dumb questions! I might end up going this route. __________________ 2009 Nissan 370z/2003 Honda Soccer Van Shineauto Amuse Body Kit/UAM Fenders/Bc Br Coilovers/Topspeed Exhaust/Racing Hart Wheels and More My Sexy Beast

01-23-2012, 10:02 AM	#3 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141522	the link to NHTSA claims posted by Mike worked so i placed it on the first page of this thread in the DIY very bottom yesterday.

01-23-2012, 04:37 PM	#7 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141522	^^ sucks... and with your luck chances are your steering lock will temporarily fix itself from the tow (vibrations and all) and dealer will say 'hey i told you so.' that's how this f-king story will go. (hope not).

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