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

AWX Z34 · 02-03-2012, 01:31 AM

Mine just failed and the remedies didn't work so I took the part out and opened it up. I was able to simulate it but, the down fall is my steering wheel will not lock anymore even when its off. Hopefully, I can figure how to get this part to work properly again. If not, I'll just keep driving as it is or buy a new part if it bothers me that much.

kenchan · 02-03-2012, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by AWX Z34

Mine just failed and the remedies didn't work so I took the part out and opened it up. I was able to simulate it but, the down fall is my steering wheel will not lock anymore even when its off. Hopefully, I can figure how to get this part to work properly again. If not, I'll just keep driving as it is or buy a new part if it bothers me that much.

that suck. can you post up if you have RevB or RevC?

also if you could let us know how you went about opening the unit and what part of the lock was failing.... was the gear jammed or some relay or something was stuck?, etc. thanks!

Jasonle · 02-03-2012, 12:42 PM

GOT MY CAR BACK! YAY! But they reprogrammed my keys so now its not reading my alarm/remote car starter..have to go get it reprogrammed or something now.

kenchan · 02-03-2012, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Jasonle

GOT MY CAR BACK! YAY! But they reprogrammed my keys so now its not reading my alarm/remote car starter..have to go get it reprogrammed or something now.

cool!

hope you get your remote starter programmed.

Jasonle · 02-03-2012, 04:37 PM

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cool!

hope you get your remote starter programmed.

Thanks! I noticed theres that flashing Red car with the key. Its only there when the car is off..when i turn the car on/driving its gone. Is this something i need to worry about? Or is this a type a theft alarm or something?

Thechidz · 02-03-2012, 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Jasonle

Thanks! I noticed theres that flashing Red car with the key. Its only there when the car is off..when i turn the car on/driving its gone. Is this something i need to worry about? Or is this a type a theft alarm or something?

no thats normal. I can't remember what it is exactly... something like telling you car is locked but it's normal

Jasonle · 02-03-2012, 05:19 PM

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no thats normal. I can't remember what it is exactly... something like telling you car is locked but it's normal

Thanks Bud! I was worried it might run down the battery. Oh well im just happy i got my car back!

On a side note i'm never bringing my car back to that dealership..the service manager called me and told me my remote starter is not working and think its the cause of the car to stop working period (no power locking/unlocking doors) I was confused so I came up there to see and when i saw it...FIRST thing i noticed i didnt see the yellow key light..it was off..i told the manager man the battery is dead thats why you cant start the car" He just had this dumb look on his face. Anyways that was one of the problems I had with them..

kenchan · 02-03-2012, 05:03 PM

hummm... not sure. i would ck the owner's manual. my car's under the cover so kind of a pita to take a look at the moment.

kenchan · 02-03-2012, 05:20 PM

dang, sorry to hear about all the hassle, jasonle.

sounds extremely frustrating.

Jasonle · 02-03-2012, 05:24 PM

Man I wonder with all this part problem..it must be hard for people to sell their 09's and 10's? or Let ppl know about this part before buying?

kenchan · 02-03-2012, 05:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Jasonle

Man I wonder with all this part problem..it must be hard for people to sell their 09's and 10's? or Let ppl know about this part before buying?

probably not.

im thinking ~99% of people out there dont know about this issue unless they visit the forums and nitpick warranty repair issues, etc.

i would never consider selling my Z just for this issue, that's for sure.

when one of my 2 units go bad i will make sure to take it apart to see wat went wrong and fix it. even if it's non-functional as a lock, if i can get it to bypass the BCM i could careless about locking the steering itself.

Baer383 · 02-03-2012, 07:27 PM

Well I put the "D" lock in a little while ago very easy I used the security bolts they are easy to remove tap on the edge with a hammer and chisel they come right off,

As far as price for those of you who want to do like Me & Kenchan and buy it your self you can get a good deal if you are crafty and now how to work the system,contrary to some of your beliefs the I have great inside connections I do know a lot of people but again I know what buttons to push to get what I want.

kenchan · 02-03-2012, 08:04 PM

Baer- awesome! Me jelly.

Baer383 · 02-03-2012, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

Baer- awesome! Me jelly.

The good thing is now I can worry less and drive more.

kenchan · 02-03-2012, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Baer383

The good thing is now I can worry less and drive more.

Indeed!

it's a great feeling.

02-03-2012, 12:42 PM	#3 (permalink)
Jasonle A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: St. Louis Posts: 3,509 Drives: 09 370z Rep Power: 27	GOT MY CAR BACK! YAY! But they reprogrammed my keys so now its not reading my alarm/remote car starter..have to go get it reprogrammed or something now. __________________ 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

02-03-2012, 05:24 PM	#10 (permalink)
Jasonle A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: St. Louis Posts: 3,509 Drives: 09 370z Rep Power: 27	Man I wonder with all this part problem..it must be hard for people to sell their 09's and 10's? or Let ppl know about this part before buying? __________________ 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

02-03-2012, 07:27 PM	#12 (permalink)
Baer383 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Lawrenceville,Ga Posts: 4,293 Drives: My foot up your azz Rep Power: 31	Well I put the "D" lock in a little while ago very easy I used the security bolts they are easy to remove tap on the edge with a hammer and chisel they come right off, As far as price for those of you who want to do like Me & Kenchan and buy it your self you can get a good deal if you are crafty and now how to work the system,contrary to some of your beliefs the I have great inside connections I do know a lot of people but again I know what buttons to push to get what I want. __________________ 2013 ZL1 754 rwhp 747 rwtq

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02-03-2012, 01:31 AM	#1 (permalink)
AWX Z34 Base Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: The Road Posts: 196 Drives: Your lady wild Rep Power: 15	Mine just failed and the remedies didn't work so I took the part out and opened it up. I was able to simulate it but, the down fall is my steering wheel will not lock anymore even when its off. Hopefully, I can figure how to get this part to work properly again. If not, I'll just keep driving as it is or buy a new part if it bothers me that much.

02-03-2012, 05:03 PM	#8 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141522	hummm... not sure. i would ck the owner's manual. my car's under the cover so kind of a pita to take a look at the moment.

02-03-2012, 05:20 PM	#9 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141522	dang, sorry to hear about all the hassle, jasonle. sounds extremely frustrating.

02-03-2012, 08:04 PM	#13 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141522	Baer- awesome! Me jelly.