STEERING LOCK SYSTEM Unable to Unlock Steering Wheel (Engine cannot Start)

DESCRIPTION

The steering lock actuator assembly activates the steering lock motor and moves the lock bar into the steering column to lock the steering.

The steering may not unlock when the lock bar gets stuck in the lock hole of the steering column. In this case, if the engine switch is turned on (IG) while shaking the steering wheel, as is done for a vehicle with a mechanical key, the lock bar will be unlocked. If the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly), ID code box (immobiliser code ECU) (for vehicles with rear seat heater) or ECM is replaced, the system needs to be initialized. Otherwise, the steering cannot be unlocked and the engine cannot be started.

Related Data List and Active Test Items
Problem Symptom Data List Item Active Test Item
Unable to unlock steering wheel (Engine cannot start)

    Entry&Start

  • Unlock Request Receive

  • S Code Check (w/ Rear seat heater)

  • L Code Check

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WIRING DIAGRAM

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CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

Note


  • When using the GTS with the engine switch off, connect the GTS to the vehicle and turn a courtesy light switch on and off at intervals of 1.5 seconds or less until communication between the GTS and the vehicle begins. Then select the Model Code "KEY REGIST" under manual mode and enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Entry & Start(CAN). While using the GTS, periodically turn a courtesy light switch on and off at intervals of 1.5 seconds or less to maintain communication between the GTS and the vehicle.

  • Perform either of the following operations to lock/unlock the steering:


    • To unlock the steering, carry the key and turn the engine switch on (ACC) or on (IG).

    • To lock the steering, turn the engine switch off with the shift lever in P, and then open a door.

  • The steering lock system uses LIN communication. First perform the inspections in "How to Proceed with Troubleshooting" to confirm that there are no communication malfunctions before proceeding with troubleshooting.

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  • After performing repairs, confirm that the problem does not recur.

  • Make sure that no DTCs are output. If any DTCs are output, proceed to the Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart.

    Click here

  • Inspect the fuses for circuits related to this system before performing the following procedure.

  • When replacing the steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator assembly), certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) or ID code box (immobiliser code ECU) (for vehicles with rear seat heater), registration must be performed (refer to Service Bulletin).

  • When disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected.

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  • If the steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator assembly) is replaced, be sure to confirm that the steering is unlocked by turning the steering wheel to the left and right before starting the engine. This function prevents the engine from starting while the steering is locked. If the steering is locked for any reason, open and close a door with the engine switch off, and then unlock the steering by pressing the engine switch.

PROCEDURE


  1. CHECK ENGINE SWITCH (SWITCH CONDITION)


    1. Check the power source mode change.


      1. When the key is inside the vehicle and the shift lever is in P, check that pressing the engine switch with the brake pedal released causes the power source mode to change as follows:

        OK
        Off → On (ACC) → On (IG) → Off
      Result
      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    NG

    GO TO SMART ENTRY AND START SYSTEM (for Start Function) (PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE) Click here

    OK

  2. CHECK INDICATOR


    1. With the engine switch on (IG), check that steering lock active message is displayed on the multi-information display in the combination meter assembly.

      Result
      Result Proceed to
      Steering lock active message is displayed. A
      Steering lock active message is not displayed. B

    B

    GO TO STEP 4 Click here

    A

  3. CHECK STEERING UNLOCK


    1. While turning the steering wheel left and right, press the engine switch.

    2. Check that the steering is unlocked.

      Result
      Result Proceed to
      The steering is unlocked. A
      The steering is not unlocked. B

    A

    END

    B

  4. CHECK FOR DTC


    1. Using the GTS, check if certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) DTCs are output.

      Click here


      Body Electrical > Entry&Start > Trouble Codes
      Result
      Result Proceed to
      DTCs are not output. A
      DTCs are output. B

    B

    REPAIR CIRCUIT INDICATED BY OUTPUT CODE

    A

  5. READ VALUE USING GTS (UNLOCK REQUEST RECEIVE)


    1. Use the Data List to check if the steering lock request is functioning properly.


      Body Electrical > Entry&Start > Data List
      Tester Display Measurement Item Range Normal Condition Diagnostic Note
      Unlock Request Receive

      • Reception state of steering unlock request signal by certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) sent to ID code box (immobiliser code ECU)*1

      • Reception state of steering unlock request signal by certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly)*2

      Tech Tips


      • The reception state is maintained for 10 seconds.

      • When 10 seconds or more have elapsed after receiving the signal, the item changes to "NG".

      		 OK or NG

      OK: Within 10 seconds of turning engine switch on (IG) or on (ACC) or starting engine

      NG: Except above

      • If the unlock signal has not been received, the engine cannot be started.

      • If this item does not change to "OK" even though the steering unlock conditions are met, the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) may be malfunctioning.

      Body Electrical > Entry&Start > Data List
      Tester Display
      Unlock Request Receive

      • *1: w/ Rear Seat Heater

      • *2: w/o Rear Seat Heater

      OK
      Within 10 seconds of turning the engine switch on (ACC) or on (IG) or starting the engine, the Data List item changes to "OK".
      Result
      Result Proceed to
      OK A
      NG (w/o rear seat heater) B
      NG (w/ rear seat heater) C

    B

    READ VALUE USING GTS (L CODE CHECK) Click here

    C

    READ VALUE USING GTS (S CODE CHECK) Click here

    A

  6. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (POWER SOURCE TERMINAL)


    1. Disconnect the F54 steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator assembly) connector.

    2. A0029P8C51
      *a

      Front view of wire harness connector

      (to Steering Lock ECU (Steering Lock Actuator Assembly))

      Measure the resistance and voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      F54-1 (GND) - Body ground Always Below 1 Ω

      Note

      If the result is not as specified, check for looseness in the ground cable connection.

      Standard Voltage
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      F54-7 (B) - Body ground Always 11 to 14 V
      Result
      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    NG

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR

    OK

  7. INSPECT STEERING LOCK ECU (STEERING LOCK ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY)


    1. Reconnect the F54 steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator assembly) connector.

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      *a

      Component with harness connected

      (Steering Lock ECU (Steering Lock Actuator Assembly))
      *b Steering Lock Motor not Operating
      *c Steering Lock Motor Operating

      Check the signal waveform according to the condition(s) in the table below.

      Standard Frequency
      Item Content
      Tester Connection F54-3 (IGE) - F54-1 (GND)
      Tool Setting 2 V/DIV., 200 ms./DIV.
      Vehicle Condition Steering lock motor not operating → Operating → Not operating

      Tech Tips


      • When taking measurements when the lock motor is stopped, it is not necessary to perform any operations.

      • In order to take measurements when the lock motor is operating, perform either of the following operations:


        • To unlock the steering, carry the key and turn the engine switch on (ACC) or on (IG).

        • To lock the steering, turn the engine switch off with the shift lever in P, and then open a door.

      Result
      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    OK

    REPLACE STEERING LOCK ECU (STEERING LOCK ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY) Click here

    NG

  8. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (STEERING LOCK ECU (STEERING LOCK ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY) - CERTIFICATION ECU (SMART KEY ECU ASSEMBLY))


    1. Make sure that there is no looseness at the locking part and the connecting part of the connectors.

    2. Disconnect the F54 steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator assembly) connector.

    3. Disconnect the F13 certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) connector.

    4. Check for deformation and corrosion of the connector case and terminals.

      OK
      There is no deformation or corrosion of the connector case or terminals.

    5. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      F54-3 (IGE) - F13-24 (SLR+) Always Below 1 Ω
      F54-3 (IGE) or F13-24 (SLR+) - Body ground Always 10 kΩ or higher
      Result
      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    OK

    REPLACE CERTIFICATION ECU (SMART KEY ECU ASSEMBLY)

    NG

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR

  9. READ VALUE USING GTS (L CODE CHECK)


    1. Use the Data List to check if L code certification is functioning properly.


      Body Electrical > Entry&Start > Data List
      Tester Display Measurement Item Range Normal Condition Diagnostic Note
      L Code Check Verification result between certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) and steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator assembly) OK or NG

      OK: Verification result normal

      NG: Verification result abnormal

      When a malfunction is present:


      • The ID code for the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) or steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator assembly) is not registered or the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) or steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator assembly) is malfunctioning.

      • The steering cannot be locked.

      • The steering cannot be unlocked (the engine cannot be started).

      Body Electrical > Entry&Start > Data List
      Tester Display
      L Code Check
      OK
      OK is displayed on the GTS.

      Tech Tips

      Reasons for verification failure:


      • The steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator assembly) or certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) is malfunctioning.

      • There is a problem with the communication between ECUs.

      • An ECU is replaced, but is not registered.

      • An ECU is replaced with an ECU which has a code already stored in it.

      Result
      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    NG

    REPLACE CERTIFICATION ECU (SMART KEY ECU ASSEMBLY) Click here

    OK

  10. REPLACE STEERING LOCK ECU (STEERING LOCK ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY)


    1. Replace the steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator assembly) with a new one.

      Click here

    2. Perform registration (refer to Service Bulletin).

    3. Turn the engine switch on (IG).

    4. Turn the steering wheel and check the steering condition.

      OK
      Steering is unlocked.
      Result
      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    OK

    END

    NG

    REPLACE CERTIFICATION ECU (SMART KEY ECU ASSEMBLY)

  11. REPLACE CERTIFICATION ECU (SMART KEY ECU ASSEMBLY)


    1. Replace the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) with a new one.

    2. Perform registration (refer to Service Bulletin).

    3. Use the Data List to check if L code certification is functioning properly.


      Body Electrical > Entry&Start > Data List
      Tester Display Measurement Item Range Normal Condition Diagnostic Note
      L Code Check Verification result between certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) and steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator assembly) OK or NG

      OK: Verification result normal

      NG: Verification result abnormal

      When a malfunction is present:


      • The ID code for the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) or steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator assembly) is not registered or the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) or steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator assembly) is malfunctioning.

      • The steering cannot be locked.

      • The steering cannot be unlocked (the engine cannot be started).

      Body Electrical > Entry&Start > Data List
      Tester Display
      L Code Check
      OK
      OK is displayed on the GTS.
      Result
      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    OK

    END

    NG

    REPLACE STEERING LOCK ECU (STEERING LOCK ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY) Click here

  12. READ VALUE USING GTS (S CODE CHECK)


    1. Use the Data List to check if S code certification is functioning properly.


      Body Electrical > Entry&Start > Data List
      Tester Display Measurement Item Range Normal Condition Diagnostic Note
      S Code Check Verification result between certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) and ID code box (immobiliser code ECU) OK or NG

      OK: Verification result normal

      NG: Verification result abnormal

      When a malfunction is present:


      • The ID code for the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) or ID code box (immobiliser code ECU) is not registered or the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) or ID code box (immobiliser code ECU) is malfunctioning.

      • The steering cannot be locked.

      • The steering cannot be unlocked (the engine cannot be started).

      Body Electrical > Entry&Start > Data List
      Tester Display
      S Code Check
      OK
      OK is displayed on the GTS.

      Tech Tips

      Reasons for verification failure:


      • The certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) or ID code box (immobiliser code ECU) is malfunctioning.

      • There is a problem with the communication between ECUs.

      • An ECU is replaced, but is not registered.

      • An ECU is replaced with an ECU which has a code already stored in it.

      Result
      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    NG

    REPLACE ID CODE BOX (IMMOBILISER CODE ECU) Click here

    OK

  13. READ VALUE USING GTS (L CODE CHECK)


    1. Use the Data List to check if L code certification is functioning properly.


      Body Electrical > Entry&Start > Data List
      Tester Display Measurement Item Range Normal Condition Diagnostic Note
      L Code Check Verification result between ID code box (immobiliser code ECU) and steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator assembly) OK or NG

      OK: Verification result normal

      NG: Verification result abnormal

      When a malfunction is present:


      • The ID code for the ID code box (immobiliser code ECU) or steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator assembly) is not registered or the ID code box (immobiliser code ECU) or steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator assembly) is malfunctioning.

      • The steering cannot be locked.

      • The steering cannot be unlocked (the engine cannot be started).

      Body Electrical > Entry&Start > Data List
      Tester Display
      L Code Check
      OK
      OK is displayed on the GTS.

      Tech Tips

      Reasons for verification failure:


      • The steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator assembly) or ID code box (immobiliser code ECU) is malfunctioning.

      • There is a problem with the communication between ECUs.

      • An ECU is replaced, but is not registered.

      • An ECU is replaced with an ECU which has a code already stored in it.

      Result
      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    NG

    REPLACE ID CODE BOX (IMMOBILISER CODE ECU) Click here

    OK

  14. REPLACE STEERING LOCK ECU (STEERING LOCK ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY)


    1. Replace the steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator assembly) with a new one.

      Click here

    2. Perform registration (refer to Service Bulletin).

    3. Turn the engine switch on (IG).

    4. Turn the steering wheel and check the steering condition.

      OK
      Steering is unlocked.
      Result
      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    OK

    END

    NG

    REPLACE CERTIFICATION ECU (SMART KEY ECU ASSEMBLY)

  15. REPLACE ID CODE BOX (IMMOBILISER CODE ECU)


    1. Replace the ID code box (immobiliser code ECU) with a new one.

    2. Perform registration (refer to Service Bulletin).

    3. Use the Data List to check if L code certification is functioning properly.


      Body Electrical > Entry&Start > Data List
      Tester Display Measurement Item Range Normal Condition Diagnostic Note
      L Code Check Verification result between ID code box (immobiliser code ECU) and steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator assembly) OK or NG

      OK: Verification result normal

      NG: Verification result abnormal

      When a malfunction is present:


      • The ID code for the ID code box (immobiliser code ECU) or steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator assembly) is not registered or the ID code box (immobiliser code ECU) or steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator assembly) is malfunctioning.

      • The steering cannot be locked.

      • The steering cannot be unlocked (the engine cannot be started).

      Body Electrical > Entry&Start > Data List
      Tester Display
      L Code Check
      OK
      OK is displayed on the GTS.
      Result
      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    OK

    END

    NG

    REPLACE STEERING LOCK ECU (STEERING LOCK ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY) Click here

  16. REPLACE ID CODE BOX (IMMOBILISER CODE ECU)


    1. Replace the ID code box (immobiliser code ECU) with a new one.

    2. Perform registration (refer to Service Bulletin).

    3. Use the Data List to check if S code certification is functioning properly.


      Body Electrical > Entry&Start > Data List
      Tester Display Measurement Item Range Normal Condition Diagnostic Note
      S Code Check Verification result between certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) and ID code box (immobiliser code ECU) OK or NG

      OK: Verification result normal

      NG: Verification result abnormal

      When a malfunction is present:


      • The ID code for the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) or ID code box (immobiliser code ECU) is not registered or the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) or ID code box (immobiliser code ECU) is malfunctioning.

      • The steering cannot be locked.

      • The steering cannot be unlocked (the engine cannot be started).

      Body Electrical > Entry&Start > Data List
      Tester Display
      S Code Check
      OK
      OK is displayed on the GTS.
      Result
      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    OK

    END

    NG

    REPLACE CERTIFICATION ECU (SMART KEY ECU ASSEMBLY)