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

kenchan · 02-20-2012, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by CharlieFoxtro

Not as glad as I am! If you're ever in NC. I owe you a beer!

kk370 · 02-21-2012, 08:45 PM

thanks for sharing the severe problem;s solution..

kevr6 · 02-23-2012, 04:14 AM

Thanks for the post!! My car is stranded as we speak! My wheel is loose though!! Key reader warning is on so I'll try this first.

kenchan · 02-23-2012, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by kevr6

Thanks for the post!! My car is stranded as we speak! My wheel is loose though!! Key reader warning is on so I'll try this first.

i saw that you got a RevD 'overnighted from japan.'

GL on the repair.

Baer383 · 02-23-2012, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

i saw that you got a RevD 'overnighted from japan.'

GL on the repair.

If we put 10 or 15 grand in it and overnight parts from Japan then maybe my steering lock will work.

kenchan · 02-23-2012, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Baer383

If we put 10 or 15 grand in it and overnight parts from Japan then maybe my steering lock will work.

370zproject · 02-23-2012, 11:25 PM

any tsb yet?

GaleForce · 02-24-2012, 07:53 AM

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Originally Posted by 370zproject

any tsb yet?

Nothing yet...

kenchan · 02-24-2012, 10:59 AM

winter hibernation will be over soon... i suggest you get a spare, replace the 2 screws to regular metric hex head screws so that you can swap out in the field using a simple wrench. unless ofcourse, getting towed and such is a non issue. eitherway is fine, your choice.

KaienZ34 · 02-24-2012, 11:15 AM

No way to delete it and trick the ecu into thinking the lock is there and working as of yet correct ?

kenchan · 02-24-2012, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by KaienZ34

No way to delete it and trick the ecu into thinking the lock is there and working as of yet correct ?

we do not know yet as it appears it sends constant signal to the BCM at a certain programmed frequency. i would assume a relay could simulate the open/closed position inside the lock but there's still a PCB in there from what i read. in that case one would need to still remove the unit, open it up and replace the motor with a relay...but who knows how well that's going to last either.

by the time someone makes a full bypass module i think it's going to be like over $250 and loose steering lock feature. be cheaper to just get the oem lock and keep it in the trunk. sell it when you sell the car, kinda.

or just wait out and hope for a recall.

GaleForce · 02-24-2012, 01:01 PM

I doubt a recall will happen. Almost all early 370z's have already been repaired at the owner's expense. lol

Ok, some were fixed under warranty. lol

370zproject · 02-24-2012, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by GaleForce

Nothing yet...

AlphaSnacks · 02-25-2012, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by KaienZ34

No way to delete it and trick the ecu into thinking the lock is there and working as of yet correct ?

What happens if you pulled the unit while the car is either running or in ACC mode (basically when the column is unlocked)? With the steering lock out, the solenoid won't engage the column and maybe it'll remain unlocked? Unless the unit is always required to be installed as the BCM will not allow the car to be started without it?

Just spitballing, really.

These threads have me nervous. I need to check the build date of my 2010.

AlphaSnacks · 02-25-2012, 02:51 PM

I have a "C" unit. Build date of the car is 6/10. Built date of the unit is Feb 16th 2010. :\

Was able to stick my phone behind the OBDII port and snap away random pics until I finally got a clear one of all the details - my garage is too damn narrow for me to open the door all the way and crawl under. So there's some friendly advice for those in my situation.

02-23-2012, 04:14 AM	#288 (permalink)
kevr6 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: N.W. Atlanta Posts: 1,515 Drives: '09 Graphite 370Z 6M Rep Power: 666	Thanks for the post!! My car is stranded as we speak! My wheel is loose though!! Key reader warning is on so I'll try this first. __________________ *Beware...* Daily Sliding In My ZLED!

02-23-2012, 11:25 PM	#292 (permalink)
370zproject A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Memphis Age: 35 Posts: 16,104 Drives: 09 A/T 370z blue Rep Power: 53	any tsb yet? __________________ Brake Upgrade Package ate blue, hawk hp ceramic pads, and slotted rotors

02-24-2012, 11:15 AM	#295 (permalink)
KaienZ34 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: LA. not L.a. Posts: 21,652 Drives: Z34 Tour/Sport Rep Power: 178	No way to delete it and trick the ecu into thinking the lock is there and working as of yet correct ? __________________ *"These Violent Delights Have Violent Ends"* http://www.the370z.com/members/kaienz34-albums-z34.html

02-24-2012, 01:01 PM	#297 (permalink)
GaleForce A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 21,749 Drives: Varis Arising II Rep Power: 51865	I doubt a recall will happen. Almost all early 370z's have already been repaired at the owner's expense. lol Ok, some were fixed under warranty. lol __________________ >>>GaleForce's Build<<< >>>FaceBook @3GsCustoms<<<>>>Instagram @GaleForce370z<<< Varis Kamikaze-Z

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kk370 Base Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: taiwan Posts: 33 Drives: 09-370z-white-a7 Rep Power: 14	thanks for sharing the severe problem;s solution..

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kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	winter hibernation will be over soon... i suggest you get a spare, replace the 2 screws to regular metric hex head screws so that you can swap out in the field using a simple wrench. unless ofcourse, getting towed and such is a non issue. eitherway is fine, your choice.

02-25-2012, 02:51 PM	#300 (permalink)
AlphaSnacks A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Windermere, FL Posts: 1,618 Drives: '13 XKR-S, '10 370Z Rep Power: 18	I have a "C" unit. Build date of the car is 6/10. Built date of the unit is Feb 16th 2010. :\ Was able to stick my phone behind the OBDII port and snap away random pics until I finally got a clear one of all the details - my garage is too damn narrow for me to open the door all the way and crawl under. So there's some friendly advice for those in my situation.