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Steering Lock System





STEERING COLUMN: STEERING LOCK SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

HINT
In vehicles equipped with the push-button start function, the starting function may not be operational after recharging or while jump-starting a discharged battery. This condition is most common if battery voltage drops below 9 V. The following procedure has been developed to address this condition.

1. INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE





(a) Confirm that the D/C CUT fuse is installed.

HINT
If the D/C CUT fuse is not installed, install it at this time.

(b) Move the shift lever to the "P" position.

(c) Turn the engine switch off.

(d) Open the driver's door.

HINT
Perform will start an initialization process between the steering lock ECU and the engine room J/B.

(e) Depress the brake pedal.

(f) Press the "START STOP" switch.