Steering Lock: cut one wire. /switch optional

SouthArk370Z · 12-28-2012, 10:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by owi1kenobi

PLEASE HELP!!!! MY car will not start now ! If i cut the brown wire will it start? I have the flashing key, pressing the ignition switch doesn't move from acc to on . The steering is not lock though as i can turn it. Please help im stuck right now! ...

You have to get the SLU into the the unlocked position before disabling it. Try rapping on the SLU with fist, shoe, hammer, whatever it takes and then see if ignition will go to ACC or ON. Repeat as necessary. Once SLU unlocks, do NOT turn the ignition off until you disable it. DIYs are posted for cutting the wire, installing a harness, and removing the fuse. I've collected a lot links to SLU info at Links to posts about Steering Wheel Lock.

StLRedrider · 12-31-2012, 11:07 AM

my o9 failed last night. never fails 3o* outside stranded in a target parking lot at 6 pm FML!!!!!!not really knowing too many people around here and finally getting a hold of my cousin i had plenty of time roughly 1.5 hrs of researching and finding this thread. 1st we had just removed the slu in the parking lot and pushed it back into position, back at my house in the comfort of my garage we snipped the brown wire. no problems since

i love this forum and the great people that share it!!!!!

mustangmp96 · 01-05-2013, 01:27 AM

Received my harness yesterday! Gonna hook it up today!

Kamus · 01-19-2013, 04:12 PM

I need some advice. My steering lock failed. It died while it was disengaged, so i figured i'd just remove the fuse, so i did that.
Now, the thing is that, the car still won't start even after i unplugged the negative terminal from the battery.
I need advice on what to do here to get the car to start.

Any help will be much appreciated, thanks in advance!

fritz · 01-28-2013, 03:02 PM

Hi Kamus,

I thought I answered this--maybe on another thread.
If you are still stuck, fit battery terminal firmly.
(Windows will fall down on each door closing, so read owners manual first, or re-program. Hold them all the way down for a few secs, then all the way up held for a few secs. Job done after re-setting radio stations.)

Car not starting: Fit that fuse and, if cut, reconnect the wire: then ign on
and start engine. Switch off: then ignition on again, open door but must leave ign on:
remove fuse or cut the brown wire or fit the harness and or the switch: your choice.

Fritz

fritz · 01-28-2013, 03:09 PM

Damn! ...Sorreee.

...I doubt the steering lock failed and immobilised the engine. Probably summat else as when the lock fails and the steering can turn, the engine will/should start, showing a small warning light. (See owner's handbook on this).
Essentially that is what cutting the wire, removing the fuse or fitting the switch does, but without the warning light.

Fritz

ZForce · 02-24-2013, 11:09 PM

Steering lock (s/l) failed last week (3/21/13) on revised part #C. Odd thing about it, is I was planing on removing the fuse today. Oh well, could not have happened any sooner. Been driving on borrowed time. Replaced with CURRENT rev part D. Driving a 2009 sport model with 45K miles. This is the original steering lock. Total dollar out of pocket = ZERO. Extended warranty and towing picked up by extended warranty. Picking up the harness from CarKitcompany.com

onzedge · 02-25-2013, 07:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZForce

Steering lock (s/l) failed last week (3/21/13) on revised part #C. Odd thing about it, is I was planing on removing the fuse today. Oh well, could not have happened any sooner. Been driving on borrowed time. Replaced with CURRENT rev part D. Driving a 2009 sport model with 45K miles. This is the original steering lock. Total dollar out of pocket = ZERO. Extended warranty and towing picked up by extended warranty. Picking up the harness from CarKitcompany.com

I am happy you got everything going -- and for free.

bdl99 · 02-26-2013, 07:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZForce

Steering lock (s/l) failed last week (3/21/13) on revised part #C. Odd thing about it, is I was planing on removing the fuse today. Oh well, could not have happened any sooner. Been driving on borrowed time. Replaced with CURRENT rev part D. Driving a 2009 sport model with 45K miles. This is the original steering lock. Total dollar out of pocket = ZERO. Extended warranty and towing picked up by extended warranty. Picking up the harness from CarKitcompany.com

Glad you got it all sorted. I sent you an email yesterday but wanted to check that you meant to order 2 harnesses? Please let me know and I will either ship out the two today or just ship one and refund for the other.

Best regards,
Brian (CarKitCompany)

ironhide · 02-26-2013, 05:34 PM

Ordered my bypass harness and installed today. Car starts and runs fine, also a super easy install.

ZForce · 03-14-2013, 08:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bdl99

Glad you got it all sorted. I sent you an email yesterday but wanted to check that you meant to order 2 harnesses? Please let me know and I will either ship out the two today or just ship one and refund for the other.

Best regards,
Brian (CarKitCompany)

Sorry for the late response got your emai and responded. Yes two harnesses for two 370Z's

Aka - the 370ZBros

bdl99 · 03-10-2013, 08:49 PM

Reference:
NTB13-014
Date:
March 7, 2013
VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN 2009 – 2011 STEERING LOCK UNIT
CAMPAIGN ID #:
APPLIED VEHICLES: 2009 – 2010 370Z (Z34)
INTRODUCTION
P3208
2009 – 2011 GTR (R35)
Check Service COMM to confirm campaign eligibility.
Nissan is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to replace the steering lock assembly on certain specific 2009 – 2010 model year 370Z and 2009 – 2011 model year GTR vehicles due to excessive oil within the assembly, which could cause the Body Control Module (BCM) to prevent the engine from starting when the ignition is cycled. This issue does not affect steering or engine operation when the vehicle is already running.
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
Nissan has assigned identification number P3208 to this campaign. This number must appear on all communications and documentation of any nature dealing with this campaign.
DEALER RESPONSIBILITY
Dealers are to repair vehicles falling within range of this campaign that enter the service department. This includes vehicles purchased from private parties, vehicles presented by transient (tourists) owners, and vehicles in a dealer’s inventory
Nissan Bulletins are intended for use by qualified technicians, not 'do-it-yourselfers'. Qualified technicians are properly trained individuals who have the equipment, tools, safety instruction, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. NOTE: If you believe that a described condition may apply to a particular vehicle, DO NOT assume that it does. See your Nissan dealer to determine if this applies to your vehicle.

sboden · 03-11-2013, 01:34 AM

Doesn't help those with 2011's or the tow bill....still need to pull fuse, snip wire, or install harness.

GaleForce · 03-11-2013, 08:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sboden

Doesn't help those with 2011's or the tow bill....still need to pull fuse, snip wire, or install harness.

2011's don't have the SLU.

DEpointfive0 · 03-11-2013, 08:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GaleForce

2011's don't have the SLU.

Early 2011's did

12-31-2012, 11:07 AM	#2 (permalink)
StLRedrider A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: St.louis,Mo Posts: 17,755 Drives: O9Sprt/Touring,p-51 Rep Power: 61	my o9 failed last night. never fails 3o* outside stranded in a target parking lot at 6 pm FML!!!!!!not really knowing too many people around here and finally getting a hold of my cousin i had plenty of time roughly 1.5 hrs of researching and finding this thread. 1st we had just removed the slu in the parking lot and pushed it back into position, back at my house in the comfort of my garage we snipped the brown wire. no problems sincei love this forum and the great people that share it!!!!! onzedge and bdl99 like this. __________________ Dream as if you'll live forever, live as if you'll die today J.Dean

01-05-2013, 01:27 AM	#3 (permalink)
mustangmp96 Base Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Maryland Posts: 2 Drives: 09 Nissan 370Z Rep Power: 14	Received my harness yesterday! Gonna hook it up today! bdl99 likes this.

02-26-2013, 05:34 PM	#10 (permalink)
ironhide Base Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: georgia Posts: 12 Drives: 2013 370z mb/6 speed Rep Power: 14	no steering lock for me Ordered my bypass harness and installed today. Car starts and runs fine, also a super easy install. bdl99 likes this.

03-10-2013, 08:49 PM	#12 (permalink)
bdl99 Base Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: NJ Posts: 244 Drives: Nissan GT-R 2011 Rep Power: 15	Reference: NTB13-014 Date: March 7, 2013 VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN 2009 – 2011 STEERING LOCK UNIT CAMPAIGN ID #: APPLIED VEHICLES: 2009 – 2010 370Z (Z34) INTRODUCTION P3208 2009 – 2011 GTR (R35) Check Service COMM to confirm campaign eligibility. Nissan is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to replace the steering lock assembly on certain specific 2009 – 2010 model year 370Z and 2009 – 2011 model year GTR vehicles due to excessive oil within the assembly, which could cause the Body Control Module (BCM) to prevent the engine from starting when the ignition is cycled. This issue does not affect steering or engine operation when the vehicle is already running. IDENTIFICATION NUMBER Nissan has assigned identification number P3208 to this campaign. This number must appear on all communications and documentation of any nature dealing with this campaign. DEALER RESPONSIBILITY Dealers are to repair vehicles falling within range of this campaign that enter the service department. This includes vehicles purchased from private parties, vehicles presented by transient (tourists) owners, and vehicles in a dealer’s inventory Nissan Bulletins are intended for use by qualified technicians, not 'do-it-yourselfers'. Qualified technicians are properly trained individuals who have the equipment, tools, safety instruction, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. NOTE: If you believe that a described condition may apply to a particular vehicle, DO NOT assume that it does. See your Nissan dealer to determine if this applies to your vehicle. __________________ https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-b...carkit_b_1.jpg Website: www.CarKitCompany.com email: Brian@CarKitCompany.com

03-11-2013, 01:34 AM	#13 (permalink)
sboden Track Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Kansas City Posts: 580 Drives: 09 Blue 370Z T/S 6MT Rep Power: 17	Doesn't help those with 2011's or the tow bill....still need to pull fuse, snip wire, or install harness. __________________ 09 Monterey Blue 370Z Sport/Tour, Takeda Shorties, Blk Nismo Wheels, Blk Painted Top/Exhaust cut out, Invidia Gemini CBE, Southbend Stage 2 clutch, Lite weight flywheel, Zspeed HD CSC, flat black headlights. Previously owned 03 G35 Coupe 6MT and Volvo C30 R Design.

01-19-2013, 04:12 PM	#4 (permalink)
Kamus Base Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: El Paso Posts: 29 Drives: 370Z Rep Power: 14	I need some advice. My steering lock failed. It died while it was disengaged, so i figured i'd just remove the fuse, so i did that. Now, the thing is that, the car still won't start even after i unplugged the negative terminal from the battery. I need advice on what to do here to get the car to start. Any help will be much appreciated, thanks in advance!

01-28-2013, 03:02 PM	#5 (permalink)
fritz Base Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Andorre Posts: 90 Drives: 2010 370Z M6 Rep Power: 16	Hi Kamus, I thought I answered this--maybe on another thread. If you are still stuck, fit battery terminal firmly. (Windows will fall down on each door closing, so read owners manual first, or re-program. Hold them all the way down for a few secs, then all the way up held for a few secs. Job done after re-setting radio stations.) Car not starting: Fit that fuse and, if cut, reconnect the wire: then ign on and start engine. Switch off: then ignition on again, open door but must leave ign on: remove fuse or cut the brown wire or fit the harness and or the switch: your choice. Fritz

01-28-2013, 03:09 PM	#6 (permalink)
fritz Base Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Andorre Posts: 90 Drives: 2010 370Z M6 Rep Power: 16	Damn! ...Sorreee. ...I doubt the steering lock failed and immobilised the engine. Probably summat else as when the lock fails and the steering can turn, the engine will/should start, showing a small warning light. (See owner's handbook on this). Essentially that is what cutting the wire, removing the fuse or fitting the switch does, but without the warning light. Fritz

02-24-2013, 11:09 PM	#7 (permalink)
ZForce A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Roseville, CA Posts: 2,359 Drives: 09 370Z Tour + Sport Rep Power: 22	Steering lock (s/l) failed last week (3/21/13) on revised part #C. Odd thing about it, is I was planing on removing the fuse today. Oh well, could not have happened any sooner. Been driving on borrowed time. Replaced with CURRENT rev part D. Driving a 2009 sport model with 45K miles. This is the original steering lock. Total dollar out of pocket = ZERO. Extended warranty and towing picked up by extended warranty. Picking up the harness from CarKitcompany.com

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