Steering lock problem solved (for real)

SouthArk370Z · 02-19-2016, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by davicio

... Key fob not electronically opening door. And when manually opening door, no alarm either (which I believe it does). ...

That doesn't sound like the ESCL. Not sure what the problem is but pretty sure it's not the ESCL.

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Originally Posted by davicio

I'm pretty certain it's not the battery as it's been healthy of late. ...

I'd double-check the battery condition and check the terminals for corrosion.

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Originally Posted by davicio

Edit: 57 pages of this! Damn... Not exactly a small thing either.

And this is just one thread. Many more ESCL-related threads on here.

davicio · 02-23-2016, 02:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SouthArk370Z

That doesn't sound like the ESCL. Not sure what the problem is but pretty sure it's not the ESCL.

I'd double-check the battery condition and check the terminals for corrosion.

And this is just one thread. Many more ESCL-related threads on here.

Just got back from a rainy Berlin and will try and check today. Thankfully I have a company car so will try to jump start it.
If it does work, brilliant. I'll think I will also go back to page 1 on this thread and carry out the preventative measures what people are stating. I only do about 4000 miles a year and they are all to France / Luxembourg etc. I do not want to get stuck down there.
Thanks.

TheWeez · 02-25-2016, 01:19 PM

Thanks everyone! Took 11 minutes and saved a bunch of money and headache!

Ginaham1 · 04-14-2016, 04:30 PM

Has anyone else had any success with Nissan regarding the Wheel Lock issue?? Mine is a 2010 and it appears they stopped the recall in 2009???
Thanks,
Gina

4/14/2016

Case #22099597

Dear Gina Hamersley,

Thank you for taking the time to contact Nissan North America, Inc. and allowing us the opportunity to be of assistance.

A review of our systems shows that the regional specialist attempted to contact you on 04/14/16. Please provide us with your best contact number, and a preferred contact time if desired, so we can continue to assist you.

Case #22099597 has been updated to document your concern. Please feel free to reply to this email with your information, or contact me directly at 1.615.725.7208 Regional Consumer Affairs Specialist) with any questions or comments.

Sincerely,

Nissan North America, Inc.
________________________
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Regional Consumer Affairs Specialist
Nissan Consumer Affairs

PogiFlip · 04-28-2016, 01:22 PM

Hey guys! Just joined as a new member on the forums! I wanted to share a video on Youtube that I made based on Baer383 and daisuke149's idea for the fuse pull method fix! I couldn't find a good video on this so I decided to make one while I was attempting the fix for those who are visually adept! Thanks to Baer383 and daisuke149 for the idea and of course the370z forums for this idea/fix! Saved me lots of money!

Memphis370Z · 04-28-2016, 05:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PogiFlip

Hey guys! Just joined as a new member on the forums! I wanted to share a video on Youtube that I made based on Baer383 and daisuke149's idea for the fuse pull method fix! I couldn't find a good video on this so I decided to make one while I was attempting the fix for those who are visually adept! Thanks to Baer383 and daisuke149 for the idea and of course the370z forums for this idea/fix! Saved me lots of money!

https://youtu.be/_CkQEE0OIPU

Good job. Thanks for posting!

Ginaham1 · 04-29-2016, 02:58 PM

Now I get to learn that my VIN isn't included in the Recall even though the same Year, Make and Model and Issue are occurring in other vehicles that are included!! smh!!!

kenchan · 04-29-2016, 03:57 PM

gina- this 'recall' nissan is doing is not a permanent fix. RevD steering locks they use to replace the RevA/B/C are known to fail too. ur best bet is to do the fuse pull or cut the brown wire on the steering lock harness (while the car is in the ON position) before the steering lock on ur car fails.

T-Rex57 · 05-01-2016, 04:50 PM

@PogiFlip, just want to say thanks so much for that video mate.

I had this dreaded issue yesterday on my Australian 2011 build 370 7AT. Wouldn't start. Got the car towed home and using your video, tapped the steering lock box a few times and lo and behold she fired up. Yanked the fuse and it seems like she's all good after 20 or so restarts.

To the other guys on here - is this good enough for a permanent fix, or should I source another unit?

SouthArk370Z · 05-01-2016, 09:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by T-Rex57

... To the other guys on here - is this good enough for a permanent fix, or should I source another unit?

It's permanent. There is some electronics in the ESCL that have to be in working order, but I haven't seen any reports of the electronics failing. The problem is the switches and pulling the fuse fixes that.

PogiFlip · 05-04-2016, 03:58 AM

Memphis370Z - Thank you!

T-Rex57 - No worries! I'm super glad you found it useful! Hope all is well with your Z!

tschangrx7 · 05-24-2016, 04:58 PM

My 2009 Z exhibited same issue this morning. Nissan dealers say my VIN isn't included. Luckily, I had purchased 5 year extended warranty years ago which expires in couple months. Extended warranty cost just covered this repair but this should've been covered by Nissan. Certainly will reconsider purchasing another Nissan.

Louie cat · 05-25-2016, 05:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tschangrx7

My 2009 Z exhibited same issue this morning. Nissan dealers say my VIN isn't included. Luckily, I had purchased 5 year extended warranty years ago which expires in couple months. Extended warranty cost just covered this repair but this should've been covered by Nissan. Certainly will reconsider purchasing another Nissan.

Just got mine back Monday. $1160. I too purchased a extended plan ,only $50 deductible for me.

kenchan · 05-25-2016, 06:54 AM

u guys do realize pulling the fuse or cutting brown wire is free.. and no hassle or worry.

tschangrx7 · 05-25-2016, 05:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan

u guys do realize pulling the fuse or cutting brown wire is free.. and no hassle or worry.

Not an option when it's already broken and you can't put in ACC mode.

04-28-2016, 01:22 PM	#5 (permalink)
PogiFlip Base Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: AZ Posts: 42 Drives: 2014 370Z Nismo Rep Power: 11	Hey guys! Just joined as a new member on the forums! I wanted to share a video on Youtube that I made based on Baer383 and daisuke149's idea for the fuse pull method fix! I couldn't find a good video on this so I decided to make one while I was attempting the fix for those who are visually adept! Thanks to Baer383 and daisuke149 for the idea and of course the370z forums for this idea/fix! Saved me lots of money! Last edited by Trips; 04-28-2016 at 05:19 PM.

05-04-2016, 03:58 AM	#11 (permalink)
PogiFlip Base Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: AZ Posts: 42 Drives: 2014 370Z Nismo Rep Power: 11	Memphis370Z - Thank you! T-Rex57 - No worries! I'm super glad you found it useful! Hope all is well with your Z! Last edited by PogiFlip; 05-04-2016 at 04:00 AM. Reason: Emoticon not recognized, thus deleted!

05-24-2016, 04:58 PM	#12 (permalink)
tschangrx7 Base Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: fairfax, va Posts: 9 Drives: E36 & E46 M3, 350Z Rep Power: 18	Same issye My 2009 Z exhibited same issue this morning. Nissan dealers say my VIN isn't included. Luckily, I had purchased 5 year extended warranty years ago which expires in couple months. Extended warranty cost just covered this repair but this should've been covered by Nissan. Certainly will reconsider purchasing another Nissan. Last edited by tschangrx7; 05-24-2016 at 08:33 PM.

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Ginaham1 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: California Posts: 6 Drives: 370Z Touring M6 Rep Power: 11	Has anyone else had any success with Nissan regarding the Wheel Lock issue?? Mine is a 2010 and it appears they stopped the recall in 2009??? Thanks, Gina 4/14/2016 Case #22099597 Dear Gina Hamersley, Thank you for taking the time to contact Nissan North America, Inc. and allowing us the opportunity to be of assistance. A review of our systems shows that the regional specialist attempted to contact you on 04/14/16. Please provide us with your best contact number, and a preferred contact time if desired, so we can continue to assist you. Case #22099597 has been updated to document your concern. Please feel free to reply to this email with your information, or contact me directly at 1.615.725.7208 Regional Consumer Affairs Specialist) with any questions or comments. Sincerely, Nissan North America, Inc. ________________________ Stephanie Regional Consumer Affairs Specialist Nissan Consumer Affairs

04-29-2016, 02:58 PM	#7 (permalink)
Ginaham1 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: California Posts: 6 Drives: 370Z Touring M6 Rep Power: 11	Now I get to learn that my VIN isn't included in the Recall even though the same Year, Make and Model and Issue are occurring in other vehicles that are included!! smh!!!

04-29-2016, 03:57 PM	#8 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141522	gina- this 'recall' nissan is doing is not a permanent fix. RevD steering locks they use to replace the RevA/B/C are known to fail too. ur best bet is to do the fuse pull or cut the brown wire on the steering lock harness (while the car is in the ON position) before the steering lock on ur car fails.

05-01-2016, 04:50 PM	#9 (permalink)
T-Rex57 Base Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Adelaide, SA, Australia Posts: 78 Drives: 2012 Nissan 370z Rep Power: 13	@PogiFlip, just want to say thanks so much for that video mate. I had this dreaded issue yesterday on my Australian 2011 build 370 7AT. Wouldn't start. Got the car towed home and using your video, tapped the steering lock box a few times and lo and behold she fired up. Yanked the fuse and it seems like she's all good after 20 or so restarts. To the other guys on here - is this good enough for a permanent fix, or should I source another unit?

05-25-2016, 06:54 AM	#14 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141522	u guys do realize pulling the fuse or cutting brown wire is free.. and no hassle or worry.