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

Ron · 03-19-2012, 05:08 PM

Bumping this thread because my "key" light just went on. I parked the car, did not turn the wheel to prevent it from locking, pressed the start button and engine started. I don't wanna lock the wheel because I'm afraid car wont start lol.

Does the light usually come on before the system fails or does it just goes out of the blue?

GaleForce · 03-19-2012, 07:20 PM

I would be surprised if your lock has failed. No reported cases of 2011's yet, you might be the first. Have you looked under the dash to see what lock revision you have?

kevr6 · 03-19-2012, 07:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ron

Bumping this thread because my "key" light just went on. I parked the car, did not turn the wheel to prevent it from locking, pressed the start button and engine started. I don't wanna lock the wheel because I'm afraid car wont start lol.

Does the light usually come on before the system fails or does it just goes out of the blue?

It doesn't matter if your wheel is locked or not! Mine wasn't locked when it happened to me. The key warning was on in the dash for 24 hours also and then no start!!

Ron · 03-19-2012, 08:00 PM

Crap. I'm on a meeting now but as soon as I get out I'll check on what revision I have.

Ron · 03-19-2012, 08:36 PM

Car started, light is still on. I have rev C.

GaleForce · 03-19-2012, 08:44 PM

Rev C should be ok. I think Nissan was using Rev C and Rev D for the GTR recall. Everyone else with a failed unit on a Z has had it replaced with Rev D.

Good to hear your car is ok!

Ron · 03-19-2012, 08:48 PM

The light is still on though

going to the dealer tomorrow.

GaleForce · 03-19-2012, 09:26 PM

Keep us posted. Good luck.

JerryB5 · 03-21-2012, 10:53 AM

OK, I decided to put my new Rev 'D" in yesterday. I just couldn't stand the propects of getting stuck somewhere any longer.

Getting the original 'security' bolts out was not an issue as previuosly stated. I used a small pair of needle nosed vise grip type plyers. I replaced those with stainless steel 8mmX1.25 cap head bolts that have a allen head (easier to turn in the small space). I added lock washers as they where a little longer than the originals. Everything works as expected.

The Rev D lock seems to be a little quieter when locking and unlocking, but that could be just my imagination.

I have put the old Rev B, which was still functioning, down in the spare tire well along with a proper size allen wrench (just in case).

The feeling of driving with that added level of security under there is very satisfying for sure!

KaienZ34 · 03-21-2012, 11:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JerryB5

OK, I decided to put my new Rev 'D" in yesterday. I just couldn't stand the propects of getting stuck somewhere any longer.

Getting the original 'security' bolts out was not an issue as previuosly stated. I used a small pair of needle nosed vise grip type plyers. I replaced those with stainless steel 8mmX1.25 cap head bolts that have a allen head (easier to turn in the small space). I added lock washers as they where a little longer than the originals. Everything works as expected.

The Rev D lock seems to be a little quieter when locking and unlocking, but that could be just my imagination.

I have put the old Rev B, which was still functioning, down in the spare tire well along with a proper size allen wrench (just in case).

The feeling of driving with that added level of security under there is very satisfying for sure!

Cool deal man, how many miles do you have on the car (old lock) ??

azn370z · 03-21-2012, 11:26 AM

Can someone list a link to the reversion d so I can buy one? Thanks. I have rev c and it stopped working, luckily my z is in my garage.

JerryB5 · 03-21-2012, 01:55 PM

Z (2009) has just over 12K. Just starting to get concerned that it was getting close to what others thought would be the mileage range for failure. I guess others have gone 20K or more with no issues.

I got mine through a local Napa outlet that ordered it from a Reno Nissan Dealer. Paid a little premium for the shipping.

flashburn · 03-21-2012, 01:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JerryB5

Z (2009) has just over 12K. Just starting to get concerned that it was getting close to what others thought would be the mileage range for failure. I guess others have gone 20K or more with no issues.

I got mine through a local Napa outlet that ordered it from a Reno Nissan Dealer. Paid a little premium for the shipping.

45K here. That said, I'm probably going to pick up a version D soon.

KaienZ34 · 03-21-2012, 02:31 PM

09 7,600 or so, had it since new. I haven't had a problem (knock on wood) but my warranty is up at the end of the month.

Ron · 03-21-2012, 04:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GaleForce

Keep us posted. Good luck.

went to the dealer, they said the battery on the key needed replacement and that the light wont go off until I change it on both keys...

so I did that and of course the light is still on..

03-19-2012, 05:08 PM	#331 (permalink)
Ron A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 3,009 Drives: TT '11 PW Nismo #113 Rep Power: 22	Bumping this thread because my "key" light just went on. I parked the car, did not turn the wheel to prevent it from locking, pressed the start button and engine started. I don't wanna lock the wheel because I'm afraid car wont start lol. Does the light usually come on before the system fails or does it just goes out of the blue? __________________ 2011 Twin Turbo PW nismo #113 - My Journal - My TT Build Thread [ GTM GTX Stg2 TT \|\| HKS EVC6 \|\| Custom CarPC \|\| F.I 3'' TDX CBE \|\| SB 6puck clutch/ZSpeed CSC \|\| BC BR Coilovers \|\| SPC camber arms \|\| Work VSS-X \|\| Custom Headlights \|\| PW:JDM CF Covers \|\| Seibon CF Engine Cover ]

03-19-2012, 07:20 PM	#332 (permalink)
GaleForce A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 21,749 Drives: Varis Arising II Rep Power: 51865	I would be surprised if your lock has failed. No reported cases of 2011's yet, you might be the first. Have you looked under the dash to see what lock revision you have? __________________ >>>GaleForce's Build<<< >>>FaceBook @3GsCustoms<<<>>>Instagram @GaleForce370z<<< Varis Kamikaze-Z

03-19-2012, 08:00 PM	#334 (permalink)
Ron A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 3,009 Drives: TT '11 PW Nismo #113 Rep Power: 22	Crap. I'm on a meeting now but as soon as I get out I'll check on what revision I have. __________________ 2011 Twin Turbo PW nismo #113 - My Journal - My TT Build Thread [ GTM GTX Stg2 TT \|\| HKS EVC6 \|\| Custom CarPC \|\| F.I 3'' TDX CBE \|\| SB 6puck clutch/ZSpeed CSC \|\| BC BR Coilovers \|\| SPC camber arms \|\| Work VSS-X \|\| Custom Headlights \|\| PW:JDM CF Covers \|\| Seibon CF Engine Cover ]

03-19-2012, 08:36 PM	#335 (permalink)
Ron A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 3,009 Drives: TT '11 PW Nismo #113 Rep Power: 22	Car started, light is still on. I have rev C. __________________ 2011 Twin Turbo PW nismo #113 - My Journal - My TT Build Thread [ GTM GTX Stg2 TT \|\| HKS EVC6 \|\| Custom CarPC \|\| F.I 3'' TDX CBE \|\| SB 6puck clutch/ZSpeed CSC \|\| BC BR Coilovers \|\| SPC camber arms \|\| Work VSS-X \|\| Custom Headlights \|\| PW:JDM CF Covers \|\| Seibon CF Engine Cover ]

03-19-2012, 08:44 PM	#336 (permalink)
GaleForce A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 21,749 Drives: Varis Arising II Rep Power: 51865	Rev C should be ok. I think Nissan was using Rev C and Rev D for the GTR recall. Everyone else with a failed unit on a Z has had it replaced with Rev D. Good to hear your car is ok! __________________ >>>GaleForce's Build<<< >>>FaceBook @3GsCustoms<<<>>>Instagram @GaleForce370z<<< Varis Kamikaze-Z

03-19-2012, 08:48 PM	#337 (permalink)
Ron A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 3,009 Drives: TT '11 PW Nismo #113 Rep Power: 22	The light is still on though going to the dealer tomorrow. __________________ 2011 Twin Turbo PW nismo #113 - My Journal - My TT Build Thread [ GTM GTX Stg2 TT \|\| HKS EVC6 \|\| Custom CarPC \|\| F.I 3'' TDX CBE \|\| SB 6puck clutch/ZSpeed CSC \|\| BC BR Coilovers \|\| SPC camber arms \|\| Work VSS-X \|\| Custom Headlights \|\| PW:JDM CF Covers \|\| Seibon CF Engine Cover ]

03-19-2012, 09:26 PM	#338 (permalink)
GaleForce A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 21,749 Drives: Varis Arising II Rep Power: 51865	Keep us posted. Good luck. __________________ >>>GaleForce's Build<<< >>>FaceBook @3GsCustoms<<<>>>Instagram @GaleForce370z<<< Varis Kamikaze-Z

03-21-2012, 10:53 AM	#339 (permalink)
JerryB5 Premium Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Gardnerville, NV Age: 77 Posts: 7 Drives: 2009 370Z Touring Rep Power: 14	Just made the change to Rev D !!!!! OK, I decided to put my new Rev 'D" in yesterday. I just couldn't stand the propects of getting stuck somewhere any longer. Getting the original 'security' bolts out was not an issue as previuosly stated. I used a small pair of needle nosed vise grip type plyers. I replaced those with stainless steel 8mmX1.25 cap head bolts that have a allen head (easier to turn in the small space). I added lock washers as they where a little longer than the originals. Everything works as expected. The Rev D lock seems to be a little quieter when locking and unlocking, but that could be just my imagination. I have put the old Rev B, which was still functioning, down in the spare tire well along with a proper size allen wrench (just in case). The feeling of driving with that added level of security under there is very satisfying for sure!

03-21-2012, 11:26 AM	#341 (permalink)
azn370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,722 Drives: z34 - R1 Rep Power: 490	Can someone list a link to the reversion d so I can buy one? Thanks. I have rev c and it stopped working, luckily my z is in my garage. __________________ 2010 k23 H&R sport springs / Spc rear camber arms / SSR SP1 / Berk cbe / Varis cf lip / Nismo S-Tune side skirts

03-21-2012, 01:55 PM	#342 (permalink)
JerryB5 Premium Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Gardnerville, NV Age: 77 Posts: 7 Drives: 2009 370Z Touring Rep Power: 14	Rev D Z (2009) has just over 12K. Just starting to get concerned that it was getting close to what others thought would be the mileage range for failure. I guess others have gone 20K or more with no issues. I got mine through a local Napa outlet that ordered it from a Reno Nissan Dealer. Paid a little premium for the shipping.

03-21-2012, 02:31 PM	#344 (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	09 7,600 or so, had it since new. I haven't had a problem (knock on wood) but my warranty is up at the end of the month. __________________ *"These Violent Delights Have Violent Ends"* http://www.the370z.com/members/kaienz34-albums-z34.html

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