Steering Wheel Lock?

wildstrykex

okay, i just got this problem tonight at 30,600 mileage and it ruin my day. i did research and read many ppl saying to remove the fus 48 next to the battery. I did that with the ground and battery remove. after removing it, i plug the ground and power back to the battery, however nothing happened... my steeling wheel is still lock.. i then notice that my battery no longer get a spark, however all power in my car are working. light are working, dome and back lights are working.. i just cant get the steeling lock remove or get the car to accl or start. plz help. i even replaced the battery for a new 1 and there's still no strong spark./

SouthArk370Z

The steering lock must be unlocked (retracted) before you remove the fuse. Try turning the car on and hit the lock with your fist or something else until you hear it retract.

Edit: If everything is powered up, don't worry about the absence of a spark.

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wildstrykex

Thanks a lot for the info. I read up that there's a recall for this problem, but I do not want to toll it since my car is lowered. About the accl, how do I get that to work w/o pounding on my push start? Also when I remove the fuse 48, does the ground and power plug have to be connected to the battery or can I do it w/0 it being connected/

SouthArk370Z

Don't pound on the push start, pound on the steering lock (located on right side of steering column).

You can remove the fuse with the battery connected but I wouldn't recommend it. You only have to remove one of the battery terminals. Electrically, it doesn't really matter which one but removing the negative is safer (less chance of shorting the battery).

There are several pull-the-SLU-fuse DIYs on this site that should clear everything up for you. Use search or see the link in my sig.

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dawnmiles

hello, i realize this thread is OLD but I bought a 2010 roadster back in June 2011. I have about 36K miles on it now and was just reading these threads on the issue with the steering lock. I thought i would be try to pull the fuse as it seemed the most logical course of action.. and less time consuming. Problem, when i went to look at the fuse box itself the picture posted here is completely different than mine. i also last read some issued being reported with the stall start. Mine is automatic with paddles for optional manual shifting. help.. yes i am female who is just seeking clarity.. and not wanting to be stranded with a bill.