Starting Sysetm - Can't Turn Ignition To ON Position

Classification: EL10-003

Reference: NTB10-0532

Date: April 13, 2010

IGNITION WILL NOT TURN TO THE ON POSITION

APPLIED VEHICLES:
2009 Maxima (A35)
2010 Maxima (A35) built before 1N4AA5AP3AC 812165 / Sept 30, 2009
2007 - 2009 Altima Sedan, Coupe, and Hybrid (L32, CL32, & L32HV)

IF YOU CONFIRM:

The ignition will not turn to the ON position (also the engine will not crank/start),

and

The steering wheel is released/not locked (steering wheel can be moved right and left).

ACTION

Refer to the Diagnostic Flow Chart in this bulletin for diagnostic and repair steps.

NOTE:
The diagnostic and repair steps in the flow chart will require referencing the appropriate Service Manual and/or the CONSULT-III (C-III) Operations Manual for NATS-IVIS/NVIS.





PARTS INFORMATION





CLAIMS INFORMATION





Diagnostic Flow Chart

Check S/L UNLOCK Status check

NOTE:
This test is done with the ignition OFF.

1. Turn on the hazard lamps.

2. Select BCM-Intelligent KEY and go to Data Monitor.

3. Select S/L UNLOCK and monitor item.

4. Make the initial selections of VI, Model, and Year.





5. Select Repair.





6. Select Direct Diagnostic mode.





7. Select Multiplex System Data Monitor.





8. Select BCM.





9. Select INTELLIGENT KEY and OK.





10. Select "Select Monitor Item"





11. Select S/L UNLOCK

12. Select Start.





13. Select YES





14. S/L Lock Status: OFF or ON

^ Refer back to Check s/L UNLOCK status with C-III in the flow chart above.