Pull Key - Wait 10 Seconds
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Pull Key - Wait 10 Seconds
I have had three different recall procedures performed regarding the column lock, with the last one involving removing the locking plate. Since buying the car new, I never got the "Pull Key - Wait 10 Seconds" warning, nor has the steering wheel ever locked before unexpectedly. Obviously, with the locking plate removed, I won't have to worry about this ever happening in the future. However, in addition the recent "Pull Key" warning, the car started and then immediately stalled twice until I pulled the key and waited 10 seconds. Of course the car ran just long enough for me to back it out of the parking space and then get stuck in the middle of the parking lot lane. This has only happened once despite driving the car several times since then. Is this a one time occurance, or is this something I have to address with the dealer?
Burning Brakes
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In addition to locking the column, the car will inhibit "theft" by shutting off fuel flow to the engine after a certain speed or distance is reached. A column lock bypass is a very popular fix to these atrocious engineering blunders. Look into one, my friend.
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From: HONOLULU HAWAII
Originally Posted by mag red vette
I have had three different recall procedures performed regarding the column lock, with the last one involving removing the locking plate. Since buying the car new, I never got the "Pull Key - Wait 10 Seconds" warning, nor has the steering wheel ever locked before unexpectedly. Obviously, with the locking plate removed, I won't have to worry about this ever happening in the future. However, in addition the recent "Pull Key" warning, the car started and then immediately stalled twice until I pulled the key and waited 10 seconds. Of course the car ran just long enough for me to back it out of the parking space and then get stuck in the middle of the parking lot lane. This has only happened once despite driving the car several times since then. Is this a one time occurance, or is this something I have to address with the dealer?
However part of the theft deterrent system also cuts the fuel off. Try using your spare key or clean the pellet on your key.
