anything i can do? any way to disable it? i'm stuck in my driveway right now and no one else can get their cars out.

 

try removing fuse #25 or 26 in the fuse block on the passenger floorboard. The correct fuse will turn off the dome lamps. Leave it out for 30 seconds and reinstall. Sometimes this will reset the lock, if not have it towed to the dealer. should be under warranty still. they have a special policy on the column lock failure, call and ask..

 

You have a lot of reading to do. This link may help in your current jam.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/techti...=105&TopicID=1

Do not take it to the dealer. Try the search function when you have time. Since you still have the locking mechinism, the dealer will only make it worse!

 

I'm surprised you didn't take care of that problem with the car.
Some people think it will not happen to them, until it happens.

Try jerking the wheel back and forth with the ignition on but not started.
That may unlock it.
Good luck.

 

This may be the best advice you ever get

Try to wiggle the wheel back left and right quite forcibly to dislodge the locking pin. Stick with it.

Once its unlocked get on the internet and find Corvettes of Houston
http://www.corvettesofhouston.com/


Order a Column Lock Bypass kit (about $50) and fit it. Your troubles are then over

DO NOT GO NEAR A DEALER

The dealer fix does not work.

 

I used to unplug my battery before I got my CLB from Corvettes of Houston. Unplugging the battery always worked for me. Best of luck.

 

"...they have a special policy on the column lock failure, call and ask..."


Oh, they sure do!


Heed the advice of post #5.

Problem solved.

 

Is this a problem that affects all C5's or only specific ones? Mine is a 2001 Coupe automatic.

 

Do not bring your car to the dealer for the recall.

You may want to try this. Turn the key to the off position and remove it from the ignition. Next, firmly tug the steering wheel back and forth several times, it may help to give you better leverage if you stand outside the car while doing this. Then get insde and turn the key to the "on position" without starting the engine and the column lock should release. This has worked for many people including myself on my '98 Vert.

Once you release the pin and unlock the steering column you can install a Column Lock Bypass.

Install a Column Lock Bypass:

http://97vette.com/howto/columnlock/index.html

http://www.ls1howto.com/index.php?article=24

You can get from either of these vendors:

http://www.corvettesofhouston.com/pr...e9bf70207aef69

http://www.thunderracing.com/catalog...d=220&pcid=156

 

This problem affects all pre-2001 A4 Corvettes and any year MN6 or MN12 (Z06) Corvette. Since you have a 2001 A4 Corvette your car is not affected.

Check here: http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1015483

 

The first 2 dealer fixes were crap.However, the latest version goes WAY BEYOND the Corvettes of Houston CLB harness rig. The final version 3 of the RECALL will totally remove the lock plate from the column, AND it will include a relay on the fuel punp so the computer can't shut you down if it thinks there is a problem with the lock. The advice frm above to stay away from the dealer was GOOD advice until the latest RECALL which is performed free of charge. HOWEVER!!!....Many dealers do NOT know about the Version C or 3rd version of the recall. I have a complete copy of the Offical Recall that includes full technical details in PDF format that I can send to you to to print out and take to the dealer. I NEED AN EMAIL address to send this to, not just a PM from you. Include your email in the PM Just click on my 'handle' above the avatar pic and choose 'SEND a PM" [ Private Message]

The CLB kit does nothing to your fuel pump relay. It will prevent the column from locking, but if the whole system screws up, the system might still shut off your fuel. In a perfect world, I would suggest the latest and final recall, AND the Corvettes of Houston CLB in the harness. Belts and suspenders so to speak. There is a GM equivalent of the CLB harness kit, but it is nowhere near a reliable.

 

 

He's a Newb by his username and post count. Give him a break.

 

A low voltage condition can trigger it. Try just starting the vehicle and let it run a bit above idle (2K rpm) to put a top charge on the battery. Shut it off and clear your codes.

1) Turn on the ignition but don't start the engine.

2) Press the "RESET" button to turn off any warning messages

3) Press and hold "OPTIONS"

4) While holding "OPTIONS", press "FUEL" four times within a 10-second period.

Initially, on-board diagnostics go into an "Automatic Mode" which shows diagnostic codes in a pre-set sequence: PCM - TCS - RTD - BCM - IPC - RADIO - HVAC - LDCM - RDCM - SCM - RFA. All codes will be displayed for each module. If none are present in a given module, you will see "No More Codes" on the display. If there are some clear them. To reset the codes once in manual mode, press and hold "RESET" until it displays "NO CODES". You'll hear a chime too.

Then remove the key wait 10 seconds and try again.

Nope, then try moving the steering wheel stop to stop against the locks then hold it to the right while inserting the key and turning to ON.

 

I disagree, do not go to dealer for under any circumstance. NO DEALER FIX WORKS. You will still be stranded with the fuel cutoff problem.

CLB!

 

If you can get it unlocked, first thing to do is install a column lock bypass - can be had at places like Thunder Racing or Corvettes of Houston.

 

Is there any way to tell if the CLB has already been performed? I bought used and don't know if the CLB is installed. What do I look for and where?

 

Besides removing the bolster trim panel and looking for the module (see Corvettes of Houston's web site for a picture), I would guess that when you have the vehicle shut down, and the key removed if the steering wheel turns back and forth without locking, some form of modification has been done. Otherwise it locks up within a fraction of a inch of movement.

 

real forcibly

oak

 

Mine locks...no CLB, DAMN!