Pinpoint Test D: Steering Column Locked
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport and 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
| PINPOINT TEST D: STEERING COLUMN LOCKED | |
| TEST CONDITIONS | DETAILS/RESULTS/ACTIONS |
| D1: IGNITION SWITCHES OFF AFTER 3 SECONDS | |
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Conditions for starting in addition to pressing the start button are
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For automatic transmission vehicles, ensure the brake pedal is depressed and the park or neutral selected
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For manual transmission vehicles ensure the clutch is fully depressed
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If the engine can be heard to crank there is no fault with the smart key
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If the locking pin is still engaged, turn the steering wheel to overcome the side load
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Start authorization defined as Ignition functions, Steering column lock engagement, Engine immobilize and smart key authorization
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| 1. Unlock the vehicle using the key fob, within 3 minutes of unlocking ensure the steering wheel can rotate freely. Perform a further lock and unlock check and attempt to start vehicle. If the steering 'column locked' message is still displayed, Lock the vehicle with the key fob and ensure the column is locked (If installed) by turning the steering wheel. Then unlock the vehicle ensuring the column Steering wheel can turn freely. Now perform another start attempt | |
| Has the vehicle started? Yes No further action required No Contact dealer technical support |
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