How many of you have pulled the steering lock fuse?

zentropy · 11-06-2012, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by VCuomo

Here's the thread: http://www.the370z.com/diy-section-d...lved-real.html

After I performed the fuse pull I posted the steps in that thread; here they are:

This is worth quoting so that more people see it.

It's important to note that not only is this a preventitive measure but IT CAN fix the issue if your lock mechanism has already failed. The only thing you will need is a rubber mallet and a bit of patience. Once your steering lock fails the steps are essentially the same. No clutch/brake, gently tap the lock mechanism with the rubber mallet while simaltaneously pushing the on button. If you're lucky(like I was) the lock will unseize and allow you to go into the "on" position. Once you're there follow the above steps.

When I called Nissan about this repair I was quoted $1180 not counting tow and rental car. F that fuse and pull that B out.

Ryan's Nissan · 02-22-2013, 02:12 PM

[QUOTE=zentropy;2003390]This is worth quoting so that more people see it.

It's important to note that not only is this a preventitive measure but IT CAN fix the issue if your lock mechanism has already failed. The only thing you will need is a rubber mallet and a bit of patience. Once your steering lock fails the steps are essentially the same. No clutch/brake, gently tap the lock mechanism with the rubber mallet while simaltaneously pushing the on button. If you're lucky(like I was) the lock will unseize and allow you to go into the "on" position. Once you're there follow the above steps. QUOTE]

I don't want to sound dumb, but just making sure that I follow you. If the vehicle has already failed, and we cannot get it to turn back on will removing the fuse do anything?

And I'm sure yet another dumb question, where is the lock mechanism?

isayimandrew · 02-22-2013, 02:25 PM

[QUOTE=Ryan's Nissan;2179517]

Quote:

Originally Posted by zentropy

This is worth quoting so that more people see it.

It's important to note that not only is this a preventitive measure but IT CAN fix the issue if your lock mechanism has already failed. The only thing you will need is a rubber mallet and a bit of patience. Once your steering lock fails the steps are essentially the same. No clutch/brake, gently tap the lock mechanism with the rubber mallet while simaltaneously pushing the on button. If you're lucky(like I was) the lock will unseize and allow you to go into the "on" position. Once you're there follow the above steps. QUOTE]

I don't want to sound dumb, but just making sure that I follow you. If the vehicle has already failed, and we cannot get it to turn back on will removing the fuse do anything?

And I'm sure yet another dumb question, where is the lock mechanism?

Removing the fuse after it fails wont do anything. And the SLU is underneath the steering wheel

Ryan's Nissan · 02-22-2013, 02:56 PM

[QUOTE=isayimandrew;2179536]

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Originally Posted by Ryan's Nissan

Removing the fuse after it fails wont do anything. And the SLU is underneath the steering wheel

Awesome, I will be attempting to get it into the on position then! Now I just need to find a buddy to help with remove the fuse, if/when I get it on. I'm not very car savy.

EDIT* - I know you said the vehicle has to be on. Does it matter that when it failed my wheel wasnt locked?

isayimandrew · 02-22-2013, 03:13 PM

[QUOTE=Ryan's Nissan;2179579]

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Originally Posted by isayimandrew

Awesome, I will be attempting to get it into the on position then! Now I just need to find a buddy to help with remove the fuse, if/when I get it on. I'm not very car savy.

EDIT* - I know you said the vehicle has to be on. Does it matter that when it failed my wheel wasnt locked?

I have no first hand experience with this since my car didnt come with an SLU. from what i have read though, you can try tapping the actual SLU while trying to start the vehicle and it might start. When it starts just pull the fuse. I dont think it matters if the wheel wasnt locked or not. someone else might have to chime in on that. good luck man! i know theres a couple of DIY's on doing it with some good pics to show what you need to do.

try this link Links to posts about Steering Wheel Lock. theres a lot of info on it there too

Ryan's Nissan · 02-23-2013, 05:39 AM

Ok, so from what I read. By tapping on the SLU with a rubber mallet and simultaneously tapping the push start with no brake/clutch, sometimes the vehicle will go into ACC mode. Once it's in that mode, all I have to do is pull the Steering lock fuse, right?

If so, I have attached pictures of the Fuse Schematic on my Altima, along with what/where I think the SLU is? (I think its under this pannel?) and the actual fuse box.

Now, I'm pretty sure the fuse I need to pull is the 10A which is the first red fuse on the bottom left of the box, right?

I know I may be repeating questions or asking stupid one's, but I just want to make sure I'm going to be doing this right. And if the SLU is under the panel under the steering wheel, how the heck do I get that panel off?

SouthArk370Z · 02-23-2013, 06:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Ryan's Nissan

Ok, so from what I read. By tapping on the SLU with a rubber mallet and simultaneously tapping the push start with no brake/clutch, sometimes the vehicle will go into ACC mode. Once it's in that mode, all I have to do is pull the Steering lock fuse, right?

That's how it's done on the 370Z. Should be the same procedure for your Altima.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ryan's Nissan

Now, I'm pretty sure the fuse I need to pull is the 10A which is the first red fuse on the bottom left of the box, right?

According to the fuse box cover diagram you supplied, the fuse is the 10A labeled "STEERING LOCK". It's near the middle of all the fuses.
Edit: Looking at the first pic of the fuses, yes, it is the top red (10A) fuse of the set of two red fuses and two blue (15A) fuses in the bottom left corner.

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Originally Posted by Ryan's Nissan

And if the SLU is under the panel under the steering wheel, how the heck do I get that panel off?

No panel to remove on the 370Z. See if you can track down the Factory Service Manual (FSM) for your car.

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Ryan's Nissan Base Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Florida Posts: 15 Drives: Nissan Altima 2009 Rep Power: 13	[QUOTE=zentropy;2003390]This is worth quoting so that more people see it. It's important to note that not only is this a preventitive measure but IT CAN fix the issue if your lock mechanism has already failed. The only thing you will need is a rubber mallet and a bit of patience. Once your steering lock fails the steps are essentially the same. No clutch/brake, gently tap the lock mechanism with the rubber mallet while simaltaneously pushing the on button. If you're lucky(like I was) the lock will unseize and allow you to go into the "on" position. Once you're there follow the above steps. QUOTE] I don't want to sound dumb, but just making sure that I follow you. If the vehicle has already failed, and we cannot get it to turn back on will removing the fuse do anything? And I'm sure yet another dumb question, where is the lock mechanism? Last edited by Ryan's Nissan; 02-22-2013 at 02:16 PM.

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