TL FWD V6-3.5L (2009)
Steering Column Lock: Testing and Inspection
Key Interlock Solenoid Test (Without Keyless Access System)
Key Interlock Solenoid Test
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations See: Restraint Systems/Air Bag Systems/Locations and the precautions
and procedures See: Air Bag(s) Arming and Disarming/Service and Repair before doing repairs or service.
1. Remove the steering column cover. See: Steering Column Cover/Service and Repair
2. Disconnect the steering lock assembly connector.
3. Turn the ignition switch to ACC (I).
4. Connect the positive battery terminal to steering lock assembly connector terminal No. 4, and connect the negative battery terminal to steering lock
assembly connector terminal No. 3. Check that the ignition key cannot be turned to LOCK (0). Release the battery terminals, and check that the
key can be turned to the LOCK (0) position and removed from the cylinder.
5. If the key interlock solenoid works improperly, replace the ignition key cylinder/steering lock assembly. See: Service and Repair/Steering Lock
Replacement (Without Keyless Access System)
