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

Ron

Bumping this thread because my "key" light just went on. I parked the car, did not turn the wheel to prevent it from locking, pressed the start button and engine started. I don't wanna lock the wheel because I'm afraid car wont start lol.

Does the light usually come on before the system fails or does it just goes out of the blue?

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GaleForce

I would be surprised if your lock has failed. No reported cases of 2011's yet, you might be the first. Have you looked under the dash to see what lock revision you have?

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kevr6

It doesn't matter if your wheel is locked or not! Mine wasn't locked when it happened to me. The key warning was on in the dash for 24 hours also and then no start!!

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Ron

Crap. I'm on a meeting now but as soon as I get out I'll check on what revision I have.

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Ron

Car started, light is still on. I have rev C.

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GaleForce

Rev C should be ok. I think Nissan was using Rev C and Rev D for the GTR recall. Everyone else with a failed unit on a Z has had it replaced with Rev D.

Good to hear your car is ok!

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Ron

The light is still on though going to the dealer tomorrow.

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GaleForce

Keep us posted. Good luck.

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JerryB5

OK, I decided to put my new Rev 'D" in yesterday. I just couldn't stand the propects of getting stuck somewhere any longer.

Getting the original 'security' bolts out was not an issue as previuosly stated. I used a small pair of needle nosed vise grip type plyers. I replaced those with stainless steel 8mmX1.25 cap head bolts that have a allen head (easier to turn in the small space). I added lock washers as they where a little longer than the originals. Everything works as expected. The Rev D lock seems to be a little quieter when locking and unlocking, but that could be just my imagination.

I have put the old Rev B, which was still functioning, down in the spare tire well along with a proper size allen wrench (just in case).

The feeling of driving with that added level of security under there is very satisfying for sure!

KaienZ34

Cool deal man, how many miles do you have on the car (old lock) ??

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azn370z

Can someone list a link to the reversion d so I can buy one? Thanks. I have rev c and it stopped working, luckily my z is in my garage.

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JerryB5

Z (2009) has just over 12K. Just starting to get concerned that it was getting close to what others thought would be the mileage range for failure. I guess others have gone 20K or more with no issues.

I got mine through a local Napa outlet that ordered it from a Reno Nissan Dealer. Paid a little premium for the shipping.

flashburn

45K here. That said, I'm probably going to pick up a version D soon.

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KaienZ34

09 7,600 or so, had it since new. I haven't had a problem (knock on wood) but my warranty is up at the end of the month.

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Ron

went to the dealer, they said the battery on the key needed replacement and that the light wont go off until I change it on both keys... so I did that and of course the light is still on..

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