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Body Controls - Steering Column Lock Inoperative

48 07 01

December 20, 2007

2016491





Affected Vehicles

Condition

Steering Column, Electronic Lock Inoperative, DTC 02638012 Stored in Gateway Control Module





The -J764- Electronic Steering Column Lock (ESCL) is inoperative and the fault code is stored shown on the table above.

Note:
The condition as described DOES NOT compromise steering.

Technical Background

Internal software fault with -J533- Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface (Gateway Module).

Production Solution

Start of Production MY 2007

Service

Verify there are no concerns with the wiring between the -J533- and -J764-.

If a concern is found:

^ Repair as necessary.

^ Scan vehicle for a reoccurrence.

^ If concern does not reappear no further action is needed.

If no concern is found with wiring:

^ Replace the -J533-.

Warranty

Information only.





Required Parts and Tools

No Special Parts required.

Additional Information

All part and service references provided in this Technical Bulletin are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Dept. and Repair Manuals for the latest information.