Pinpoint Test D: Steering Column Locked

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Land Rover LR4, 2012 Land Rover LR4, 2011 Land Rover LR4, and 2010 Land Rover LR4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Ignition Switches Off After 3 Seconds
NOTE: Conditions for starting in addition to pressing the start button are

NOTE: For automatic transmission vehicles, ensure the brake pedal is depressed and the park or neutral selected

NOTE: For manual transmission vehicles ensure the clutch is fully depressed

NOTE: If the engine can be heard to crank there is no fault with the smart key

NOTE: If the locking pin is still engaged, turn the steering wheel to overcome the side load

NOTE: Start authorization defined as Ignition functions, Steering column lock engagement, Engine immobilize and smart key authorization

Unlock the vehicle using the key fob, within 3 minutes of unlocking ensure the steering wheel can rotate freely. Perform a further lock and unlock check and attempt to start vehicle. If the steering 'column locked' message is still displayed, Lock the vehicle with the key fob and ensure the column is locked (If installed) by turning the steering wheel. Then unlock the vehicle ensuring the column Steering wheel can turn freely. Now perform another start attempt

Did the engine start?

YES: No further action required

NO: Contact dealer technical support