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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUZUKI2013SX4 CROSSOVER, AUTOMATIC CVT TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 110 (KEYLESS START SYSTEM)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESDTC NO. 13/14: RELEASE SIGNAL ERROR FROM STEERING LOCK UNIT/STEERING LOCK UNIT MALFUNCTIONDTC TROUBLESHOOTING
2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, Automatic CVT Trans
DTC Troubleshooting
2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, Automatic CVT TransSECTION DTC Troubleshooting
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Suzuki SX4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Replace steering lock unit and recheck.
NOTE:
Be sure to register the following code when a used keyless start control module is installed. Otherwise DTC No. 13 is detected by keyless start control module though steering lock unit is normal.
- With immobilizer control system, ignition key transponder code is not registered in ECM.
- Without immobilizer control system, steering lock unit ID code is not registered in keyless start control module.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.