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Old Apr 7, 2006 | 02:34 PM
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My o4 vert stock battery is almost dead. It will unlock the doors but i get a clicking noise when I try to start car. In the display it is telling me SERVICE CLOUMN LOCk. DOes this mean the car will need to be towed or that the steering wheel is going to lock? WTF
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Old Apr 7, 2006 | 03:49 PM
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Not sure about the service code, but I can tell you I had my 04 battery replaced just today. The battery died once in December, then last Friday. The dealer replaced it under warranty.
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Old Apr 7, 2006 | 04:05 PM
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Have you had either the service recall work done or an aftermarket bypass installed? If not, you might want to do that soon after getting the new battery. Column lock problems can make you crazy!
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Old Apr 7, 2006 | 04:10 PM
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A low battery will give you all kind of codes including the column lock one. Best bet is to get a new battery ASAP.
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I'd replace the battery first and see if that lets you start the car. Hopefully that is all it is.
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A new battery should solve your problem.
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Old Apr 7, 2006 | 05:51 PM
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Originally Posted by JDs00PewterCoupe
I'd replace the battery first and see if that lets you start the car. Hopefully that is all it is.


A new Battery will make a world of differece.

BTW, do yourself a favor and spend a few bucks more for a red-top Optima
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