I have a 09 Maxima...and the other day this "steering lock" thing happened to me. I went to go somewhere, and Nothing...wouldn't start! Only the "key" light was on the dash. So, after a long search on Google, I found that it's a known problem. After I ordered a replacement Steering Lock Box from Ebay for $144...I came across this post. So, I just went in the garage and drilled a hole while holding the Lock piece in, like in this video. Put a screw in the hole to hold it down, hooked it back up to the car....and it started right up!!! So now all I have to do is return the part and get my $144 back! THANK YOU FOR THIS POST!!!!!!! IT WORKS!!!!!
THank you! I've watched about 20 videos to fix this thing...yours was the best and the only one that made me feel comfortable trying it myself! Nice job!
Thanks Virginia, for me who’s living in Canada, the steering lock module cost $1200 at the dealership! I just used to have the same problem on a 2010 370Z and didn’t have to drill the unit, just push the pin in to get the push start button under power and then, pull out the steering lock fuse. Problem resolved, but the steering is no longer lockable. But thanks for taking the time for doing this video. 😊
I drilled a small hole down about half into the cylinder then used a self tapping screw. I called nissan still no recall and part was $1200. Thanks for posting this video alot of us out here is still driving older cars and appreciate the help
Me and my Co-worker also female did this to my stranded car and bam!!!! It worked. My car is back on the road Yay! And two or three men trying to help in the shopping center we said we got THIS!!!!! Girl Power, from a you tube video.
My 2009 Nissan Maxima just did this recently. The part replacement was gonna be $1200.00. A much quicker fix is just to tap on the lock mechanism till it retracts and get the car started. While the car is running, just pull the fuse for the mechanism and you’ll be good to go from then on with no issues. Your steering wheel will no longer lock, but who cares. It’s 14 years old.
Great video.. I’ve literally watched every video. And Hands Down this one was the most helpful, most informative, most practical and I’m going to try it on mine right now. Thx😉
Honey, you are a life saver!🙏🤠👍🙏don't know if your still making videos but I subscribed anyway, GOD Bless You and Yours!🙏😉👍just can't beat Southern enginuity lol.
Same. My car has been sitting since December and I'm DEFINITELY going try this. I ordered a used piece off ebay for $80....but if this works I'm returning it
Hy dear you are really amazing. I've a quick question please a friend of mine have an issue as he think. He said hes car altima 2011 doesn't start with out putting hes key in to the slot. Do you have to put the key in every time and push the button?
Hey guys! Before hitting it try looking at the fuses on the positive terminal connector. One of mine were blown and it caused the intelligent key light. It costed $25 for a new one at autozone and was easy as hell to fix. Hope this helps someone.
Thank you very much! Our's doing same thing. Murano's a fantastic vehicle until they aren't lol! Pulled out driveway it died, battery ran down while trying to restart it, then couldn't even get it back into driveway because steering wheel would not turn! Good times lol.🤷♀️🙆♂️🙋♂️
Thought I had this problem with my 2008 Nissan Versa. It was really bad contacts on my battery in the smart key. Took the battery out several times and it started working. There was no low battery indication on the dash.
@@angelc8824 No. There was no indication of a low battery. Needless to say this was very frustrating. Glad it was a simple fix and no expensive repairs.
u don't need to spend money the updated mechanism no longer has a lock its a free replacement go to Nissan I changed it long time ago and nissan will honour it
I have a 2009 Nissan' Altima what I did I disconnected the battery for 1hr...that resets the computer and reads the key and Bam it's started with no problems...
The factory bolt heads must have a slot ground into head to remove with a flathead screwdriver. The factory bolts tighten to torque spec then head snap off aka- Break away bolts. Made that way so the locks not removed easy and the cars not stolen. Most people just snug the new break away bolts up the new part comes with during install. Use Loctite and don't snap heads off is what I do. Cars stolen easier with bolt heads left on but hey its drivable and thats what insurance is for..lol Much easier removal when it fails again and why some on here just unbolt it? Yours most likely has never been off is all.
THIS PART HAS BEEN RECALLED ON THE 2009 NISSAN ALTIMA. THEY WILL FIX IT FOR FREE AND IT TAKES JUST 1 HOUR! MY CAR WILL BE FIXED MONDAY. CALL THE DEALER AND GIVE THEM YOUR VIN#
If you’re here, it’s worth mentioning that if you get the car to start with this faulty part, you can remove the fuse for it under the hood while the car is running. It will disable the lock while in the position it needs to be for the car to start. No drilling. No screws. No anti theft bolts to undo and then install afterward. Actually, I used an iron rod to reach below the steering column and bang on the part like you would a faulty starter. Might be able to save yourself the time of taking shit apart all together.
@@robrodriguez4866 thank u so much for responding n so fast❤️🙏🏼...I don't know too much about cars what's the name of the fuse?..I just bought it n got it out the shop I can't believe this is happening...I just disconnected my battery for an hour to see if that will help🤷🏻♀️🤦🏻♀️
@@nickalenaramos5981 Hey, at least you were on the right track lol. When mine started failing, I thought it was the remote start I installed. 🤦🏻♂️ By the time I learned what the real issue was, the remote start had been disconnected for about a year already for no reason at all. 😒🔫 skip to 1:25 and be ready to pause. Screenshot and zoom if you need to. th-cam.com/video/JNhs45GJUco/w-d-xo.html
Giovanny Rivera none of this worked for me I went to the junkyard found a piece from another 09 Altima put that piece in and called a locksmith to program it to my car in total cost 150$ not to mention they come to your location to program it
I have the same exact car with the same exact problem I fixed it by pushing down the metal button in the actuator and Turing the car on then letting it run for a bit after that you turn it off then put your car in accessories then pull the fuse to it which is in the engine bay fuse box but if still no change do what I did I was researching it and there has been a recall for that piece call your local Nissan dealer ship and ask about the “lock switch actuator recall” of they still have it they will replace it for free and free labor as well
I have a 09 Maxima...and the other day this "steering lock" thing happened to me.
I went to go somewhere, and Nothing...wouldn't start! Only the "key" light was on the dash.
So, after a long search on Google, I found that it's a known problem.
After I ordered a replacement Steering Lock Box from Ebay for $144...I came across this post.
So, I just went in the garage and drilled a hole while holding the Lock piece in, like in this video.
Put a screw in the hole to hold it down, hooked it back up to the car....and it started right up!!!
So now all I have to do is return the part and get my $144 back!
THANK YOU FOR THIS POST!!!!!!!
IT WORKS!!!!!
This is covered under a recall go to Nissan and get it replaced for free the new part does not have the lock anymore
THank you! I've watched about 20 videos to fix this thing...yours was the best and the only one that made me feel comfortable trying it myself! Nice job!
Thanks Virginia, for me who’s living in Canada, the steering lock module cost $1200 at the dealership!
I just used to have the same problem on a 2010 370Z and didn’t have to drill the unit, just push the pin in to get the push start button under power and then, pull out the steering lock fuse. Problem resolved, but the steering is no longer lockable. But thanks for taking the time for doing this video. 😊
Did this!!!! 100% rescued!! Thanx :)
Thanks 👍 YOU just saved my car! The same thing happened to me today. Now I know what to do to fix it.
I drilled a small hole down about half into the cylinder then used a self tapping screw. I called nissan still no recall and part was $1200. Thanks for posting this video alot of us out here is still driving older cars and appreciate the help
This is covered under a recall go to Nissan and get it replaced for free the new part does not have the lock anymore
Wow thank you, that was the smaller thing to do. Thanks again.
Thanks for this video!! It just saved me money!!!
Great job. Better than 99% of YT vids. Bravo
Me and my Co-worker also female did this to my stranded car and bam!!!! It worked. My car is back on the road Yay! And two or three men trying to help in the shopping center we said we got THIS!!!!! Girl Power, from a you tube video.
This is covered under a recall go to Nissan and get it replaced for free the new part does not have the lock anymore
Thank you so much for this video. I had the same issue with my car too and managed to fix it just like you.
This is covered under a recall go to Nissan and get it replaced for free the new part does not have the lock anymore
What about the Key light on the dashboard? Still on all the time?
Worked great! Thanks, lady!
My 2009 Nissan Maxima just did this recently. The part replacement was gonna be $1200.00. A much quicker fix is just to tap on the lock mechanism till it retracts and get the car started. While the car is running, just pull the fuse for the mechanism and you’ll be good to go from then on with no issues. Your steering wheel will no longer lock, but who cares. It’s 14 years old.
Great video.. I’ve literally watched every video. And Hands Down this one was the most helpful, most informative, most practical and I’m going to try it on mine right now. Thx😉
Honey, you are a life saver!🙏🤠👍🙏don't know if your still making videos but I subscribed anyway, GOD Bless You and Yours!🙏😉👍just can't beat Southern enginuity lol.
Muchísimas Gracias por tú valiosa información 😊
oh my thank you so much for this!!! my car has been dead a year and i just tried it and it turned on. you’re a life saver 💕
Same. My car has been sitting since December and I'm DEFINITELY going try this. I ordered a used piece off ebay for $80....but if this works I'm returning it
This is covered under a recall go to Nissan and get it replaced for free the new part does not have the lock anymore
Thank you sooooo much for your video. You saved me big time! 100%!
-Daniel Lopez, NJ
This is covered under a recall go to Nissan and get it replaced for free the new part does not have the lock anymore
GOOD JOB !
Thank you for this video. Did the key light warning in dashboard went away with this fix ?
Yes it worked!👍
I had it replaced for free no issues ever since the updated part does not have the lock
Good job
Hy dear you are really amazing. I've a quick question please a friend of mine have an issue as he think.
He said hes car altima 2011 doesn't start with out putting hes key in to the slot.
Do you have to put the key in every time and push the button?
The Virginia Barron voice is amazing sweetheart
Hey guys! Before hitting it try looking at the fuses on the positive terminal connector. One of mine were blown and it caused the intelligent key light. It costed $25 for a new one at autozone and was easy as hell to fix. Hope this helps someone.
quick question, how could you tell that it was blown?
@@jesustadeo6581 were you able to find out the answer for your question? i had same question
Thank you very much! Our's doing same thing. Murano's a fantastic vehicle until they aren't lol! Pulled out driveway it died, battery ran down while trying to restart it, then couldn't even get it back into driveway because steering wheel would not turn! Good times lol.🤷♀️🙆♂️🙋♂️
Wow you are sooo cute... Thanks for the video
Will this fix my problem? It won't start and there's a new car battery and fob battery but I still can't use my gears but the brake works
Thought I had this problem with my 2008 Nissan Versa. It was really bad contacts on my battery in the smart key. Took the battery out several times and it started working. There was no low battery indication on the dash.
Did the car beep a lot?
@@angelc8824 No. There was no indication of a low battery. Needless to say this was very frustrating. Glad it was a simple fix and no expensive repairs.
How did you take out the column
Hi light key will stay lamp can you tell me how can i fix it
what are those ton of rubber band for? :)
Quick question… Is it normal for the orange key light to remain on after this process? About how long did it work?
u don't need to spend money the updated mechanism no longer has a lock its a free replacement go to Nissan I changed it long time ago and nissan will honour it
How do you take it off
Is this also common on 2005 Altima??
Does your car have an alarm?
What codes was your car throwing
I have a 2009 Nissan' Altima what I did I disconnected the battery for 1hr...that resets the computer and reads the key and Bam it's started with no problems...
You r genius .. Big thanks for u
Will this work on a 2012 also.thanks so much for sharing the video with everyone
I'm from pineville ky and my car has been broke down for a week
How did you remove that part? Its held by pieces that are either screws or bolts.
The factory bolt heads must have a slot ground into head to remove with a flathead screwdriver. The factory bolts tighten to torque spec then head snap off aka- Break away bolts. Made that way so the locks not removed easy and the cars not stolen.
Most people just snug the new break away bolts up the new part comes with during install. Use Loctite and don't snap heads off is what I do. Cars stolen easier with bolt heads left on but hey its drivable and thats what insurance is for..lol Much easier removal when it fails again and why some on here just unbolt it? Yours most likely has never been off is all.
This is covered under a recall go to Nissan and get it replaced for free the new part does not have the lock anymore
How did you unscrew the screws that holding it in, since they have no where for the screw driver??
A chisel they’re not in there Very tight
Just use needle nose pliers it's what I did
Twist bit! Lowe’s and home depot sell them. Not sure of the size but i know the set has it in there somewhere. 11-14 mil maybe
It's the light going to stay on in the dashboard
Did this, replaced the module but car doesn't turn on. Do you know what it could be?
Its Gárie Antonio did you ever find out what it was I also replaced this piece and got a new battery and nothing
You have to reprogram your key fob. Call someone that knows how to do it or a locksmith
I love you ❤
August 2023 info still good
the dealer will charge u nothing its a known recall
I do that but I take out that thing to lock it so not work so right now I have to buy a new one for 500 dollars
THIS PART HAS BEEN RECALLED ON THE 2009 NISSAN ALTIMA. THEY WILL FIX IT FOR FREE AND IT TAKES JUST 1 HOUR! MY CAR WILL BE FIXED MONDAY. CALL THE DEALER AND GIVE THEM YOUR VIN#
Couldn’t verify this info anywhere, you sure?
@@budahookah919 she's right it happened to me a couple years ago I got fixed free due to the recall. Now this crap is happening again.
Stopped fixing in 2021 I read but try it anyway, depends on the dealer sometimes for what gets fixed free/cheap?
This is covered under a recall go to Nissan and get it replaced for free the new part does not have the lock anymore
@@budahookah919 This is covered under a recall go to Nissan and get it replaced for free the new part does not have the lock anymore
1000 bucks, it my be more than 1300 to 1500. And its suppose to be a recall.
it's The Accent for me......
you needed to change battery on your FOB, did you change it?
Or cheek the tire pressure lol
If you’re here, it’s worth mentioning that if you get the car to start with this faulty part, you can remove the fuse for it under the hood while the car is running. It will disable the lock while in the position it needs to be for the car to start. No drilling. No screws. No anti theft bolts to undo and then install afterward. Actually, I used an iron rod to reach below the steering column and bang on the part like you would a faulty starter. Might be able to save yourself the time of taking shit apart all together.
hey which fuse? I'm trying to do this myself
@@nickalenaramos5981 It will show you which one on the diagram inside the lid of the fuse box by the battery
@@robrodriguez4866 thank u so much for responding n so fast❤️🙏🏼...I don't know too much about cars what's the name of the fuse?..I just bought it n got it out the shop I can't believe this is happening...I just disconnected my battery for an hour to see if that will help🤷🏻♀️🤦🏻♀️
@@nickalenaramos5981 Hey, at least you were on the right track lol. When mine started failing, I thought it was the remote start I installed. 🤦🏻♂️ By the time I learned what the real issue was, the remote start had been disconnected for about a year already for no reason at all. 😒🔫 skip to 1:25 and be ready to pause. Screenshot and zoom if you need to. th-cam.com/video/JNhs45GJUco/w-d-xo.html
@@nickalenaramos5981 You’re welcome btw. I remember this driving me insane so I had to help.
What size drill bit?
GARDEN STATE SMOKE you don’t need to drill
There’s a simpler way
Giovanny Rivera none of this worked for me I went to the junkyard found a piece from another 09 Altima put that piece in and called a locksmith to program it to my car in total cost 150$ not to mention they come to your location to program it
I have the same exact car with the same exact problem I fixed it by pushing down the metal button in the actuator and Turing the car on then letting it run for a bit after that you turn it off then put your car in accessories then pull the fuse to it which is in the engine bay fuse box but if still no change do what I did I was researching it and there has been a recall for that piece call your local Nissan dealer ship and ask about the “lock switch actuator recall” of they still have it they will replace it for free and free labor as well
Another thing is when you replace it you have to reprogram the computer and the keys so if you still have your original part try it with that one
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