steering lock problem???
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Also, if you can freely turn the wheels without the key in the on position, it should have been addressed.
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Originally Posted by SIGNGUY
i just bought a 2000 model...
how can i tell if the problem has already been addressed or not???
how can i tell if the problem has already been addressed or not???
"Addressed" could be anything from a CLB to the hip-shot recall work
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Originally Posted by Cajun99
Depends on what you mean by "addressed" and also whether or not you have an auto or six-speed.
"Addressed" could be anything from a CLB to the hip-shot recall work
"Addressed" could be anything from a CLB to the hip-shot recall work
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Originally Posted by fast2000vette
If your wheel locks with the key out then it still has the CL functional. If that is the case install a CL bypass $45-$50 because the recall does not really fix the problem.
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Originally Posted by SIGNGUY
OK...it is an automatic and the wheel DOES lock with the key off...
You outta stop by a Chevy stealership and have them pull up the service records from your VIN #. Once you have a little history you'll have to make a decision as to whether or not you want to do the recall. There have been mixed reviews on the outcome. I believe a PCM update is done as well on the automatics and if you've had a "tune" done on yours, it will be lost.
If you don't want one of Chevy's finest messing with your car you should consider intalling the CLB and letting it go at that. I put one in my six-speed years ago and have never had a problem with anything since. I chose NOT to have the recall done on my car.
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Originally Posted by SIGNGUY
thanx...where do optain this and how does it work?
http://www.ls1howto.com/index.php?article=24
Last edited by WWK888; Feb 3, 2005 at 11:54 PM.
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Originally Posted by WWK888
Here is a "How To" link...You can buy it from Thunder Racing or COH (forum vendors).
http://www.ls1howto.com/index.php?article=24
http://www.ls1howto.com/index.php?article=24
one question tho...
am i correct in assuming that you only use this device one time???
or do you leave it plugged in???
and then it goes on the shelf???
or does part of it stay in the car???
if you dont leave part of it in the car...are you guys sharing these devices???
thanx again for your help!
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am i correct in assuming that you only use this device one time??? or do you leave it plugged in??? and then it goes on the shelf??? or does part of it stay in the car???
The CLB can be removed and your locking assembly can be plugged back in any time you wish.
One key item though...your column lock assembly MUST be in working order, functioning correctly BEFORE you install the CLB. If you've got a "service column lock" message and/or the column locking is malfunctioning (as in stuck in the locked position) you can't install the CLB and have it work properly.
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If you bought an A4 and your steering wheel can still be turned once the key is removed it's been taken care of. If it's a 6 speed and the steering doesn't lock the previous owner has put in the CLB. But you'll have to go to the dealer and have them tell you if the recall has been done. Keep us posted.
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If your want to make your own CLB you can try this out. http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1003580 Finally someone on the forum stepped up to help other forum members make their own. 
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My advise is to do whatever you have to do to avert the problem. I had to have mine towed out of my garage this week because of the steering wheel lock problem. Unfortunately, it was parked in the garage with the front wheels turned to the right and it was very UGLY for the tow truck to get it out of the garage. I thought for sure this was the end of the car....
