Steering lock problem solved (for real)

forza370z · 03-17-2013, 11:42 PM

OP, could you just put this DIY video in your first post so that people don't have to read through till page 11(I guess) to find the first pic of where the fuse is located? I spent sometime myself search through this board but none of them has clear step by step DIY instructions(with pix or videos) on how to pull the fuse. This thread would be much helpful if you could include this video in your first post. Thanks!

MR.nismo · 03-20-2013, 08:29 AM

This video made it so easy, even a man like me could do it. I could be a caveman once in a while.

Before the video I was looking at the wrong box for a moment. Luckyly I knew I was looking at the wrong box. Thank you Mr. Forza370z for the video clip.

forza370z · 03-20-2013, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by MR.nismo

This video made it so easy, even a man like me could do it. I could be a caveman once in a while.

Before the video I was looking at the wrong box for a moment. Luckyly I knew I was looking at the wrong box. Thank you Mr. Forza370z for the video clip.

Hey no problem buddy. I am glad the video helps.

Even though I know we've won the war and Nissan just issued a recall on SLU. But like somebody else had mentioned, who knows if the new unit will fail again or not. So pulling the fuse is still an option for us. Again, if OP would put up this video into his first post it would be much helpful in a long run for the z community.

AlphaSnacks · 03-20-2013, 05:49 PM

Wow...so Nissan issued a recall? About f-ing time.

Not that I care, I'd rather have the thing totally inactive. I still don't trust it

forza370z · 03-20-2013, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by AlphaSnacks

Wow...so Nissan issued a recall? About f-ing time.

Not that I care, I'd rather have the thing totally inactive. I still don't trust it

Oh man, you are missing out. Everybody here is excited to set their tents up for a fun camping trip to Nissan North America!

If you search for "camping" you will get this...

http://www.the370z.com/nissan-370z-w...ring-lock.html

LOL. Sorry guys everytime I see this thread title I just can't help laughing!

But to your point, I totally agree. Who knows if the RevD will last for how long before you get stuck again. I myself is going to replace the unit but I will still pull the fuse afterwards just to be safe.

lachap55 · 03-20-2013, 09:32 PM

I am going to get my upgraded steering wheel lock fuse; but need to put old fuse back in to get upgraded fuse.....so do i put the old fuse back in the same way i pulled it? I will pull the new fuse when i get her home. If i sell her I'll give the new owner the option like i had.

SouthArk370Z · 03-20-2013, 10:40 PM

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Originally Posted by lachap55

... so do i put the old fuse back in the same way i pulled it? ...

Yep. Just put the fuse back in while the car is off. The car should start, but the ESCL (SLU) may need to cycle once (car on then off) before it starts working properly.

DrEvil · 03-21-2013, 11:02 AM

Now I can take my car out today!ImageUploadedByTapatalk1363878129.138641.jpg

VCuomo · 03-21-2013, 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by lachap55

I am going to get my upgraded steering wheel lock fuse; but need to put old fuse back in to get upgraded fuse.....so do i put the old fuse back in the same way i pulled it? I will pull the new fuse when i get her home. If i sell her I'll give the new owner the option like i had.

First, you aren't getting an "upgraded steering wheel lock fuse". The recall involves replacing the steering lock unit itself.

Second, I'd leave the fuse out and hand it to the dealership when you take the car in for the recall - let them put it back in. You never know, your defective SLU may fail right after you put the fuse back in.

Highway · 03-21-2013, 06:23 PM

I just had mine done today. Dropped the car off and they took care of that and some update for the Nav....and now my new issue with the dealership...

I'm semi-pissed cause they drove the car for 4 miles afterward. Tried finding out why they needed to do a test drive for these 2 things and didn't get a straight answer. They also are saying that I now need new rear tires when my car has just 15k miles and I never really drive it hard. They happen to have a gently used set in stock that I could get at discount.

Should I be mad?

forza370z · 03-21-2013, 10:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Highway

I just had mine done today. Dropped the car off and they took care of that and some update for the Nav....and now my new issue with the dealership...

I'm semi-pissed cause they drove the car for 4 miles afterward. Tried finding out why they needed to do a test drive for these 2 things and didn't get a straight answer. They also are saying that I now need new rear tires when my car has just 15k miles and I never really drive it hard. They happen to have a gently used set in stock that I could get at discount.

Should I be mad?

Well, check the tire tread for yourself and then decide if you should be mad or not. Normally your tires should be fine under 15k unless your alignment is off. It also depends on what tires you have on your car tho.

TheGreatOne · 03-21-2013, 10:36 PM

I actually just got the recall letter in the mail.

I'm still pretty sure on pulling the fuse but knowing the dealer will upgrade me to a Lock D or something is also peace of mind...for a little while at least.

asdfsammich · 03-21-2013, 10:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by forza370z

Oh man, you are missing out. Everybody here is excited to set their tents up for a fun camping trip to Nissan North America!

If you search for "camping" you will get this...

http://www.the370z.com/nissan-370z-w...ring-lock.html

Haha. I still laugh every time I read that thread title too. I was starting to think am too easily amused lols.

Quote:

Originally Posted by forza370z

But to your point, I totally agree. Who knows if the RevD will last for how long before you get stuck again. I myself is going to replace the unit but I will still pull the fuse afterwards just to be safe.

My rev D died not too long ago. I was lucky enough to get the Z to start one last time and pull the fuse out. When I go get my recall SL installed it'll be my third one.

Tapatalk2 ...

forza370z · 03-21-2013, 11:48 PM

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Originally Posted by asdfsammich

My rev D died not too long ago. I was lucky enough to get the Z to start one last time and pull the fuse out. When I go get my recall SL installed it'll be my third one.

Tapatalk2 ...

Geez, that's terrible. I am gonna pull the fuse again after the recall for sure!

Daveski38 · 03-25-2013, 09:48 AM

Haven't gotten a recall notice yet but called the dealer last friday. Turns out it's on the list and will go in for replacement. Told service Rep. I had already pulled the fuse and questioned reinstalling it. Told me not to do it for fear of it failing.

It might not be a bad idea to call and find out.

I still plan on pulling the fuse after replacement!

03-17-2013, 11:42 PM	#736 (permalink)
forza370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: 403 Forbidden Posts: 2,512 Drives: 2009 NISMO 370Z Rep Power: 19	OP, could you just put this DIY video in your first post so that people don't have to read through till page 11(I guess) to find the first pic of where the fuse is located? I spent sometime myself search through this board but none of them has clear step by step DIY instructions(with pix or videos) on how to pull the fuse. This thread would be much helpful if you could include this video in your first post. Thanks! BG370z and mag_black like this.

03-20-2013, 08:29 AM	#737 (permalink)
MR.nismo Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Hackensack, NJ Age: 50 Posts: 373 Drives: 2014 Nismo Gun Metal Rep Power: 14	Is so easy even a ........ This video made it so easy, even a man like me could do it. I could be a caveman once in a while. Before the video I was looking at the wrong box for a moment. Luckyly I knew I was looking at the wrong box. Thank you Mr. Forza370z for the video clip. __________________ Sarcasm and Orgasm are about the same thing. One is good....the other is better.

03-20-2013, 09:32 PM	#741 (permalink)
lachap55 Base Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: va Posts: 56 Drives: 2010 plt spt roadstr Rep Power: 16	reverse I am going to get my upgraded steering wheel lock fuse; but need to put old fuse back in to get upgraded fuse.....so do i put the old fuse back in the same way i pulled it? I will pull the new fuse when i get her home. If i sell her I'll give the new owner the option like i had.

03-21-2013, 10:36 PM	#747 (permalink)
TheGreatOne A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Montreal, Canada Age: 46 Posts: 1,980 Drives: E60 BMW M5 Rep Power: 21	I actually just got the recall letter in the mail. I'm still pretty sure on pulling the fuse but knowing the dealer will upgrade me to a Lock D or something is also peace of mind...for a little while at least. __________________ 2017 SUBARU STI 2008 E60 M5 - SOLD 2010 40th Anniversary 370Z - SOLD (and missing her)

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