Electric Steering Lock: Initialization

HINT:

In vehicles equipped with the smart access system with pushbutton start function, 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
1. Confirm that the short pin is installed.
  HINT:
  
  If the short pin fuse is not installed, install it at this time.
2. Move the shift lever to the P position.
3. Turn the engine switch off.
4. 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 J/B.
5. Depress the brake pedal.
6. Press the "START STOP" switch.