XJ XJ6 / XJ8 / XJR ( X350 & X358 ) 2003 - 2009

Steering column lock problem

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Sep 9, 2025 | 09:14 AM
  #1  
twix221's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
Junior Member
Joined: Aug 2025
Posts: 10
Likes: 2
From: Neuchâtel
Default Steering column lock problem

Hi guys, today I recalibrated my air suspensions with SDD. To do this, I first cleared the fault codes, then recalibrated. The suspensions are working. I ran the engine for 5 minutes to check them. I turned off the engine and locked the car. An hour later, my car won't start. I have a message on the dashboard saying "the steering column is locked." When I put the key in the ignition switch, I hear the steering unlock (I can turn the wheel without any problem). Question: Can I troubleshoot my car with SDD, or do I have to replace the ESL (I have to bring my desktop PC and monitor into my garage)?
I noticed that if I unlock the car with the key, the alarm goes off. With the remote control, I no longer have this problem.

Thanks. Best regards,
Marc
 
Reply
Old Sep 9, 2025 | 12:22 PM
  #2  
Wingrider's Avatar
Veteran Member
5 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
Joined: Sep 2016
Posts: 3,481
Likes: 879
From: Stow Ohio
Default

Were you charging the battery, with the proper type of charger, while using the SDD software???
That could explain the flat battery issue

 

Last edited by Wingrider; Sep 9, 2025 at 12:48 PM.
Reply
Old Sep 9, 2025 | 12:44 PM
  #3  
twix221's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
Junior Member
Joined: Aug 2025
Posts: 10
Likes: 2
From: Neuchâtel
Default

Yes, I'll do that tomorrow. I ran my diagnostics. It gives me error U2195 = SCP (J1850) invalid data from the steering column lock control module. I just remember that my steering is unlocked, I have a message that says the column is locked and it prevents me from starting.
 
Reply
Old Sep 9, 2025 | 02:35 PM
  #4  
Jacuar's Avatar
Senior Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
Joined: Aug 2021
Posts: 289
Likes: 98
From: Valencia
Default

Sorry about your troubles. Did you try moving the transmission gear selector around to make sure it was fully seated in the park position? Also, does the selector lock and unlock as normal?
 

Last edited by Jacuar; Sep 9, 2025 at 03:12 PM.
Reply
Old Sep 9, 2025 | 08:28 PM
  #5  
xalty's Avatar
Veteran Member
5 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
Joined: Dec 2019
Posts: 3,695
Likes: 1,222
Default

unplug cluster and program cluster as new. when it asks you if it has a column lock say no
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Aref
XJ ( X351 )
1
Oct 18, 2024 05:38 AM
DOCKERS
S-Type / S type R Supercharged V8 ( X200 )
25
Mar 18, 2024 09:44 AM
Aarcuda
S-Type / S type R Supercharged V8 ( X200 )
8
Oct 20, 2020 08:51 PM
mhamilton
XJ XJ6 / XJ8 / XJR ( X350 & X358 )
1
Feb 5, 2019 09:51 PM
u102768
XJ XJ6 / XJ8 / XJR ( X350 & X358 )
2
Aug 20, 2011 04:44 PM

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 09:42 PM.