She's Dead, Jim

onzedge · 01-19-2012, 08:46 PM

So -- the dreaded dead Z strikes!!!!

I got in my car this afternoon to go to a client site and NOTHING happened when I pushed the start button. I strongly suspect the steering lock mechanism is the culprit as it has all of the symptoms other members have elaborated upon. I had a key light glowing bright, mocking me as I cursed the gods and called for a tow.

gurneyeagle · 01-19-2012, 08:49 PM

Hang in there Mr. Onzedge.

FL 4Motion · 01-19-2012, 08:50 PM

damn man, sorry to hear, hope they get her back up and running asap.

Trips · 01-19-2012, 08:52 PM

Sorry to see that

But At least there's not a guess of whats wrong

I've only racked up about 16k on mine since May of 09 and it only failed to start one time so far. I'll see how long my luck will hold out

Cmike2780 · 01-19-2012, 08:54 PM

This is making me worried and paranoid. I really wish Nissan would do a recall already

happytheman · 01-19-2012, 08:56 PM

Aaaaaaghhhhh!!

I'm starting to freak now!

Sorry to hear of your woes Mr. Onzedge.

370ZilverZ · 01-19-2012, 09:03 PM

Hope you are back on the road again really soon!!!

pedZ · 01-19-2012, 09:17 PM

Sorry to hear the news Mr. Onzedge.

kenchan · 01-19-2012, 09:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by onzedge

So -- the dreaded dead Z strikes!!!!

I got in my car this afternoon to go to a client site and NOTHING happened when I pushed the start button. I strongly suspect the steering lock mechanism is the culprit as it has all of the symptoms other members have elaborated upon. I had a key light glowing bright, mocking me as I cursed the gods and called for a tow.

mr.onzedge- oh craps!

did you not try tapping at the steering lock per my DIY??

happytheman · 01-19-2012, 09:19 PM

Is it confirmed as a steering wheel lock issue?

kenchan · 01-19-2012, 09:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Triple's

Sorry to see that

But At least there's not a guess of whats wrong

I've only racked up about 16k on mine since May of 09 and it only failed to start one time so far. I'll see how long my luck will hold out

triples- can you ask AK to sticky my DIY over at the DIY forum?? ive asked twice but i think he's busy with school, etc.

onzedge · 01-19-2012, 09:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by happytheman

Is it confirmed as a steering wheel lock issue?

No -- just an educated guess based on what I have read. I delivered it to the dealer about 430 PM today and too late for anyione to look at it yet.

onzedge · 01-19-2012, 09:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gurneyeagle

Hang in there Mr. Onzedge.

Quote:

Originally Posted by FL 4Motion

damn man, sorry to hear, hope they get her back up and running asap.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Triple's

Sorry to see that

But At least there's not a guess of whats wrong

I've only racked up about 16k on mine since May of 09 and it only failed to start one time so far. I'll see how long my luck will hold out

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cmike2780

This is making me worried and paranoid. I really wish Nissan would do a recall already

Quote:

Originally Posted by happytheman

Aaaaaaghhhhh!!

I'm starting to freak now!

Sorry to hear of your woes Mr. Onzedge.

Quote:

Originally Posted by daemon1957

Hope you are back on the road again really soon!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by pedZ

Sorry to hear the news Mr. Onzedge.

Quote:

Originally Posted by happytheman

Is it confirmed as a steering wheel lock issue?

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan

triples- can you ask AK to sticky my DIY over at the DIY forum?? ive asked twice but i think he's busy with school, etc.

Thanks for all of the kind wishes and support. Rep points might cheer me up.

Alchemy · 01-19-2012, 09:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by happytheman

Aaaaaaghhhhh!!

I'm starting to freak now!

Sorry to hear of your woes Mr. Onzedge.

Me too. With my luck it will go when Im in the middle of nowhere in NC at ZDAYZ.

kenchan · 01-19-2012, 09:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by onzedge

No -- just an educated guess based on what I have read. I delivered it to the dealer about 430 PM today and too late for anyione to look at it yet.

i see...

sorry to hear and see.

if the dealer tells you they are back ordered for a long time, i would ask them if they can tap at the lock and to get it to start. chances are you can still use the car while you wait for your lock to come in.

courtesyparts.com has them in-stock as of today still... GL!!

LOCK SET-STEERING - 370Z (Z34) 2009+ :: Nissan Parts, NISMO and Nissan Accessories - Courtesyparts.com

01-19-2012, 08:49 PM	#2 (permalink)
gurneyeagle A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Houston/Saint Augustine Posts: 2,681 Drives: '18 Audi TT RS Rep Power: 20215	Hang in there Mr. Onzedge. __________________ Waiting on the Z35! SOLD - 2011 Gun Metallic Touring 7AT w Sports Pkg & Nav, Nismo Bumper and Rims, RC Grille, RC Brake Ducts, H&R Spacers, Painted Door Hdls, GTR Start Button, Nav By-Pass, EVO R Fog Light, CF Ducktail, CF Interior Trim

01-19-2012, 08:52 PM	#4 (permalink)
Trips Administrator Join Date: May 2009 Location: Disneyland, Ca Posts: 8,730 Drives: 🔰 Rep Power: 10	Sorry to see that But At least there's not a guess of whats wrong I've only racked up about 16k on mine since May of 09 and it only failed to start one time so far. I'll see how long my luck will hold out __________________

01-19-2012, 08:54 PM	#5 (permalink)
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01-19-2012, 08:56 PM	#6 (permalink)
happytheman A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 10,737 Drives: MB 6M Tour/Sport Z34 Rep Power: 1822	Aaaaaaghhhhh!! I'm starting to freak now! Sorry to hear of your woes Mr. Onzedge. __________________ --Brantly-- *PowderCoating by Mike/Stillen/PWJDM/Shine Auto/NST* GTR/Michelin /Fast Intentions/Evo-R/Mobil 1/Motul/Z1 https://facebook.com/CentralFloridaZClub

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01-19-2012, 08:50 PM	#3 (permalink)
FL 4Motion A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: FL Posts: 4,776 Drives: Baby Shark Rep Power: 701615	damn man, sorry to hear, hope they get her back up and running asap.

01-19-2012, 09:17 PM	#8 (permalink)
pedZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Southern California Posts: 3,366 Drives: 11 Tour/Spt/Nav/6MT Rep Power: 27	Sorry to hear the news Mr. Onzedge. __________________ 2011 Brilliant Silver Touring/Sport/Nav/6MT --- Build Journal F.I. SS 18" CBE \| Takeda CAI \| Z1 25-Row Oil Cooler \| Swift Springs \| Hotchkis Sway Bars \| H&R 15mm DRS Spacers F&R \| RJM Clutch Pedal \| UpRev Tune

01-19-2012, 09:19 PM	#10 (permalink)
happytheman A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 10,737 Drives: MB 6M Tour/Sport Z34 Rep Power: 1822	Is it confirmed as a steering wheel lock issue? __________________ --Brantly-- *PowderCoating by Mike/Stillen/PWJDM/Shine Auto/NST* GTR/Michelin /Fast Intentions/Evo-R/Mobil 1/Motul/Z1 https://facebook.com/CentralFloridaZClub

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