Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
How To Proceed With Troubleshooting
HINT:
*: Use the Techstream.
- VEHICLE BROUGHT TO WORKSHOP
NEXT: Go to next step
- CHECK AND CLEAR DTCS*
NEXT: Go to next step
- PROBLEM SYMPTOM CONFIRMATION
→ SYMPTOM DOES NOT OCCUR (Go to step 4)
→ SYMPTOM OCCURS (Go to step 5)
- SYMPTOM SIMULATION
NEXT: Go to next step
- CHECK MULTIPLEX COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
HINT:
Check that there are no problems in the multiplex communication system before troubleshooting the steering lock system.
NEXT: Go to next step
- DTC CHECK*
→ DTC IS NOT OUTPUT (Go to step 7)
→ DTC IS OUTPUT (Go to step 8)
- PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
→ Go to step 9
- DTC CHART
NEXT: Go to next step
- CIRCUIT INSPECTION*
NEXT: Go to next step
- PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION
NEXT: Go to next step
- REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT
NEXT: Go to next step
- CONFIRMATION TEST*
NEXT → END
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.