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.
Steering Lock System: Initialization: Initialization
HINT:
In vehicles equipped with the smart key system, the starting function may not operate after recharging or while jump-starting a discharged battery. This condition is most common if the battery voltage drops below 9 V. The following procedure has been developed to address this condition.
- INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE
- Confirm that the DCC fuse is installed.
HINT:
If the DCC fuse is not installed, install it at this time.
- Move the shift lever to neutral.
- Turn the engine switch off.
- Open the driver's door.
HINT:
Opening the driver's door will start an initialization process between the steering lock ECU and the engine room junction block.
- Depress the brake pedal.
- Press the engine switch.
- Confirm that the DCC fuse is installed.
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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.
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