Electronic Steering Lock Module

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

To avoid serious or fatal injury on vehicles equipped with airbags, disable the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) before attempting any steering wheel, steering column, airbags, airbag curtains, knee blocker, seat belt tensioner, impact sensor or instrument panel component diagnosis or service. Disconnect the Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS)/negative battery cable assembly from the negative battery post, then wait two minutes for the system capacitor to discharge before performing further diagnosis or service. This is the only sure way to disable the SRS. Failure to take the proper precautions could result in accidental airbag deployment.

REMOVAL

Remove the steering column. Refer to COLUMN, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .

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1 - Wire Harness Connector

2 - Electronic Steering Lock (ESL) Module Bolts
Disconnect the wire harness connector from the Electronic Steering Lock (ESL) module.
Remove the Electronic Steering Lock (ESL) module bolts.
Remove the ESL module.

INSTALLATION

Follow the removal procedure in reverse for general reassembly of the components on the vehicle. The steps listed below are calling out specific procedures that should be followed during installation.

During installation torque the following fasteners to specification:

Electronic Steering Lock (ESL) Module Bolts

6 N.m (53 In. Lbs.)

NOTE:

A diagnostic scan tool must be used to initialize the new module before the vehicle can be operated.