Steering lock problem solved (for real)

lachap55 · 01-19-2013, 05:01 PM

I looked in battary compartment and did not see steering wheel fuse. i have and 2010 roadster 370z. where would my fuse be if not there?

Baer383 · 01-19-2013, 05:05 PM

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Originally Posted by lachap55

I looked in battary compartment and did not see steering wheel fuse. i have and 2010 roadster 370z. where would my fuse be if not there?

it is on the other side of the battery by the fender in a pretty big black box that is pushed down by the fender secured by 2 black clips.

Masa · 01-19-2013, 09:33 PM

What Baer said, its on the other side (fender/tire side).

Depress the latch on the side to release and pull up, then reach to the bottom of the box for the two lips to press and lift the cover up.

eastwest2300 · 01-19-2013, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Masa

What Baer said, its on the other side (fender/tire side).

Depress the latch on the side to release and pull up, then reach to the bottom of the box for the two lips to press and lift the cover up.

I did what 4 or 5 cars, just this last weekend.

Baer383 · 01-19-2013, 09:41 PM

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Originally Posted by eastwest2300

I did what 4 or 5 cars, just this last weekend.

Well then you better hook a brother up with some Reps!!

Masa · 01-19-2013, 09:41 PM

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Originally Posted by eastwest2300

I did what 4 or 5 cars, just this last weekend.

Yeah dude, you were knocking them out FAST!

eastwest2300 · 01-19-2013, 09:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Masa

Yeah dude, you were knocking them out FAST!

I fricken love working on cars...

Akbubba47 · 01-21-2013, 10:24 AM

There's only a million threads on these things. Search man. You could have even googled it. But anyways, pull that gdamn fuse NOW. NOWWWWWW. lol

Baer383 · 01-21-2013, 10:33 AM

I'm glad I've been able to help alott of people with my discovery of the steering lock fuse removal but all these threads got me going.

Crazy

bmarcinczyk14 · 01-21-2013, 10:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Akbubba47

There's only a million threads on these things. Search man. You could have even googled it. But anyways, pull that gdamn fuse NOW. NOWWWWWW. lol

lol yeah I read over a lot of threads but couldn't find a specific build date they started using the Rev C's. Anyways, I guess whether it's a Rev B or C it's trash. No negative side affects of pulling the fuse other than the car will be easier to hijack?

FairladyZ · 01-21-2013, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by bmarcinczyk14

lol yeah I read over a lot of threads but couldn't find a specific build date they started using the Rev C's. Anyways, I guess whether it's a Rev B or C it's trash. No negative side affects of pulling the fuse other than the car will be easier to hijack?

pretty much

break in, put in neutral, steer the car away, load it up on a flat bed.

good bye Z.

Akbubba47 · 01-21-2013, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by FairladyZ

pretty much

break in, put in neutral, steer the car away, load it up on a flat bed.

good bye Z.

Lol if they come with a flatbed do you really think the lock would stop them from getting it???
If they want it they will get it. I could put your car on 4 dollies in about 45 seconds and push the car into the middle of the street by myself.

Best way to protect your Z is keeping it in a garage.

northben · 01-22-2013, 06:21 PM

I've had my 09 370z for less than one month. I found this thread because I had the Yellow Key of Death last night. After towing to the Nissan dealer and being told it would be $1100 to replace the steering wheel lock, I took matters into my own hands in the dealer service parking lot.

I tried loosening and shaking the steering wheel up and down but that didn't help. I got the tire iron out of the hatch and beat on the lock module for a few minutes, pressing the start button every few seconds. Finally, the ignition went to Acc, and I knew I was golden. I popped the hood, removed the fuse box, and removed the fuse. Now it's as good as new!

DLSTR · 01-21-2013, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by bmarcinczyk14

lol yeah I read over a lot of threads but couldn't find a specific build date they started using the Rev C's. Anyways, I guess whether it's a Rev B or C it's trash. No negative side affects of pulling the fuse other than the car will be easier to hijack?

Its gone with or without the lock. Its not in the car anymore starting in late 2011. So the 12 and 13's are completely without. Its not a safety issue either. Its a useless system. Nissan deleted it for good reason.

bmarcinczyk14 · 01-21-2013, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by DLSTR

Its gone with or without the lock. Its not in the car anymore starting in late 2011. So the 12 and 13's are completely without. Its not a safety issue either. Its a useless system. Nissan deleted it for good reason.

Good point, guess I'll be pulling the fuse.

01-19-2013, 09:33 PM	#3 (permalink)
Masa A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Annapolis, MD Posts: 2,237 Drives: Family Cars Rep Power: 21	What Baer said, its on the other side (fender/tire side). Depress the latch on the side to release and pull up, then reach to the bottom of the box for the two lips to press and lift the cover up. __________________ BMW 340i Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk

01-21-2013, 10:24 AM	#8 (permalink)
Akbubba47 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Fort Lee NJ Posts: 304 Drives: 2009 PW 6sp touring Rep Power: 13	There's only a million threads on these things. Search man. You could have even googled it. But anyways, pull that gdamn fuse NOW. NOWWWWWW. lol Baer383 likes this. __________________ 2009 PW Touring. 6sp, Volk TE37's, MXP catback, and high flow cats.

01-21-2013, 10:33 AM	#9 (permalink)
Baer383 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Lawrenceville,Ga Posts: 4,293 Drives: My foot up your azz Rep Power: 30	I'm glad I've been able to help alott of people with my discovery of the steering lock fuse removal but all these threads got me going. Crazy Akbubba47 likes this. __________________ 2013 ZL1 754 rwhp 747 rwtq

01-22-2013, 06:21 PM	#13 (permalink)
northben Base Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Posts: 1 Drives: 2009 370z Rep Power: 13	I've had my 09 370z for less than one month. I found this thread because I had the Yellow Key of Death last night. After towing to the Nissan dealer and being told it would be $1100 to replace the steering wheel lock, I took matters into my own hands in the dealer service parking lot. I tried loosening and shaking the steering wheel up and down but that didn't help. I got the tire iron out of the hatch and beat on the lock module for a few minutes, pressing the start button every few seconds. Finally, the ignition went to Acc, and I knew I was golden. I popped the hood, removed the fuse box, and removed the fuse. Now it's as good as new! Masa and R0bDC like this.

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