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Forum: Exterior & Interior

04-09-2022, 11:59 PM

Replies: 24

Do you have issues with your cruise control not engaging?

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Posted By Alienpoker

2010 Nismo 370Z. 55K miles it started to fail....

2010 Nismo 370Z. 55K miles it started to fail. Cruise light comes on, but it won’t set.
Fix: Clutch pedal switch was causing it not to work. I could prove it by ‘blipping’ the clutch pedal with a...

Forum: DIY Section (Do-It-Yourself)

12-21-2021, 06:44 PM

Replies: 750

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

Views: 210,150

Posted By Alienpoker

I replaced the steering wheel lock almost 2yrs...

I replaced the steering wheel lock almost 2yrs ago to fix the ESCL problem and no start / no ACC on my ‘09 370Z Nismo. The fix is: Buy Nissan OEM part. p/n: 48708-9N00A
Interchange part number is...

Forum: Engine & Drivetrain

03-07-2020, 06:17 PM

Replies: 42

Sticky: Links to posts about Steering Wheel Lock

Views: 66,734

Posted By Alienpoker

I just experienced the ESCL problem in Feb 2020...

I just experienced the ESCL problem in Feb 2020 after 55,000 trouble free miles in my 370Z

I found a $70 part to fix the problem yourself. It’s Nissan OEM part that fits in the same place, but no...

Forum: DIY Section (Do-It-Yourself)

03-07-2020, 03:43 AM

Replies: 750

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

Views: 210,150

Posted By Alienpoker

Actually I sourced the $62 part I’m recommending,...

Actually I sourced the $62 part I’m recommending, Nissan had nothing to do with recommending it. I did the research, and happily paid a discount Nissan reseller I trust online for an OEM part that I...

Forum: DIY Section (Do-It-Yourself)

02-26-2020, 02:02 PM

Replies: 750

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

Views: 210,150

Posted By Alienpoker

With a Nissan OEM part: They can’t argue with you...

With a Nissan OEM part: They can’t argue with you about warranty eligibility, or that you hacked your harness and it can NEVER lock your steering wheel again, as it is missing the deadbolt. As the...

Forum: DIY Section (Do-It-Yourself)

02-26-2020, 11:05 AM

Replies: 750

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

Views: 210,150

Posted By Alienpoker

Not from my experience. I’m just offering...

Not from my experience. I’m just offering anyone having this problem OEM and Dorman updated fixes that haven’t been covered in detail in this thread.

I’d rather pay the $62 shipped for a...

Forum: DIY Section (Do-It-Yourself)

02-25-2020, 10:48 PM

Replies: 750

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

Views: 210,150

Posted By Alienpoker

:iagree: So that wasn’t my last post. If you have...

:iagree: So that wasn’t my last post. If you have read the whole thread on this forum, I’ll leave you with this thought:
A $65 part which I could fit in 30mins vs. a $500 part that costs you $300...

Forum: DIY Section (Do-It-Yourself)

02-25-2020, 10:32 PM

Replies: 750

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

Views: 210,150

Posted By Alienpoker

OK. In one sentence, it works. You do not have...

OK. In one sentence, it works. You do not have to pay Nissan $1,000 for the fix they offer. You have options. Here’s a long explanation of what I have found.

The part number which failed on my...

Forum: Nissan 370Z General Discussions

02-25-2020, 09:17 PM

Replies: 83

Sticky: Sticky***** Steering Lock Failure Database ***** Sticky

Views: 144,103

Posted By Alienpoker

Year: 2010 Model: Nismo Transmission:...

Year: 2010

Model: Nismo

Transmission: 6MT

Miles: 52,200

Lock Revision: part manufactured 16.02.10 JF00C-B1-01

Forum: DIY Section (Do-It-Yourself)

02-21-2020, 01:40 AM

Replies: 23

DIY - Steering lock internals workaround for those whose locks have already failed.

Views: 12,132

Posted By Alienpoker

Nissan USA is clueless

OK so I spent 20 Mins with a Nissan USA regional service advisor. He basically told me to pay for the repair out of pocket at the obscene Nissan dealer prices. He refused to reimburse me for any...

Forum: DIY Section (Do-It-Yourself)

02-21-2020, 01:24 AM

Replies: 750

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

Views: 210,150

Posted By Alienpoker

Meh. Just buy this part. It replaces the lock...

Meh. Just buy this part. It replaces the lock with a box that talks to the BCM =>ECU so the car starts, but it no longer locks the steering wheel. This is the genuine fix Nissan is doing....

Forum: DIY Section (Do-It-Yourself)

02-21-2020, 12:32 AM

Replies: 750

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

Views: 210,150

Posted By Alienpoker

I know this is an old thread. Just to say this...

I know this is an old thread. Just to say this problem still exists. I just had it with a 2010 370Z Nismo. 52K on the clock, always taken care of and was very dependable until this: Stranded. And...

Forum: DIY Section (Do-It-Yourself)

02-11-2020, 02:24 PM

Replies: 23

DIY - Steering lock internals workaround for those whose locks have already failed.

Views: 12,132

Posted By Alienpoker

Update: Nissan customer service claims there are...

Update: Nissan customer service claims there are no recalls for my model and year - 2009 370Z Nismo. They suggested I could pay ‘out of pocket’ to fix it at the Stealership. Yeah, right. I think...

Forum: DIY Section (Do-It-Yourself)

02-11-2020, 01:54 PM

Replies: 23

DIY - Steering lock internals workaround for those whose locks have already failed.

Views: 12,132

Posted By Alienpoker

‘09 370Z Nismo owner with the same problem and a...

‘09 370Z Nismo owner with the same problem and a few tips.
I got the dreaded Yellow key when driving, and as it went away later, I STUPIDLY ignored it.
Parked my Z at Uni yesterday, and it would...

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