Faulty Steering code
08-20-2018, 06:09 PM
#46
The only thing that works is the stereo...
Apparently the Steering Faulty code happens when the initial communication begins between the key, the gateway, the alarm module, and the steering lock. It throws the fault, and won't let any other system in the car run. The fuel pump doesn't prime either. The second you open the door, you hear "beep... beep" and see the STEERING FAULTY on the dash.
Connecting an OBDII reader will do nothing, it's as if the car is turned off.
When resetting the STEERING FAULTY, the code is stored under [ALARM] [fault code]. I was able to clear the code last night, wanting to be able to drive the car this morning, by resetting the code with the key out of the ignition. If the key had been in the ignition, then once you remove the key, the fault will happen again, even if you didn't drive the car or start the engine.
Apparently the Steering Faulty code happens when the initial communication begins between the key, the gateway, the alarm module, and the steering lock. It throws the fault, and won't let any other system in the car run. The fuel pump doesn't prime either. The second you open the door, you hear "beep... beep" and see the STEERING FAULTY on the dash.
Connecting an OBDII reader will do nothing, it's as if the car is turned off.
When resetting the STEERING FAULTY, the code is stored under [ALARM] [fault code]. I was able to clear the code last night, wanting to be able to drive the car this morning, by resetting the code with the key out of the ignition. If the key had been in the ignition, then once you remove the key, the fault will happen again, even if you didn't drive the car or start the engine.
08-21-2018, 04:29 PM
#48
Got it starting normally without requiring a reset of the CODE 00288 every time I start the car.
I unplugged the connector for the steering lock under the dash, and plugged it back in. I reset the Steering Faulty code, and the last 6 starts, it has started fine. And i can hear the steering lock when I remove the key, and unlock when the key is inserted and the brake pedal pressed.
I unplugged the connector for the steering lock under the dash, and plugged it back in. I reset the Steering Faulty code, and the last 6 starts, it has started fine. And i can hear the steering lock when I remove the key, and unlock when the key is inserted and the brake pedal pressed.
08-25-2018, 06:51 PM
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Hi got some feedback. From Tom
Email 1
Kessy (Immobilizer/Steering Lock Control module) appears to be working fine. It unlocks/locks the column lock and turns on the ignition and communicates with the ECU in my test environment. It should start the car. It appears that it does not communicated with the ECU in your car. That could be due to faulty/damaged connector/harness or a bad ECU.
ECU can go bad, but it's not very common.
Kessy did have an "open circuit" Steering Lock fault in it, so it did appear to be a problem at some point. That was most likely what initially immobilized the vehicle. I don't know how hat escalated to the Ecu/communication problem. Could be just a coincidence, but that would be very unlikely. Was the Kessy or ECU removed any point during initial ignition on/lock troubleshooting (over the 6 month period you are going through this)? The ECU communication could be a result of unplugging/re plugging modules. Have you ever removed/unplugged the ECU? If yes, check for possible bent pins on the ECU.
Ignition switch/Key is not the problem.
email 2
Yes, they will need to check the DME (engine computer) and/or the wiring from the Kessy Control Unit to the DME. Specifically, there are two wires for communication (CAN High and CAN Low).
All parts you shipped in are working and communication is OK. Ignition turns on and Kessy sees the DME on my test vehicle (therefore I do not get the DM fault you were getting on your end).
Email 1
Kessy (Immobilizer/Steering Lock Control module) appears to be working fine. It unlocks/locks the column lock and turns on the ignition and communicates with the ECU in my test environment. It should start the car. It appears that it does not communicated with the ECU in your car. That could be due to faulty/damaged connector/harness or a bad ECU.
ECU can go bad, but it's not very common.
Kessy did have an "open circuit" Steering Lock fault in it, so it did appear to be a problem at some point. That was most likely what initially immobilized the vehicle. I don't know how hat escalated to the Ecu/communication problem. Could be just a coincidence, but that would be very unlikely. Was the Kessy or ECU removed any point during initial ignition on/lock troubleshooting (over the 6 month period you are going through this)? The ECU communication could be a result of unplugging/re plugging modules. Have you ever removed/unplugged the ECU? If yes, check for possible bent pins on the ECU.
Ignition switch/Key is not the problem.
email 2
Yes, they will need to check the DME (engine computer) and/or the wiring from the Kessy Control Unit to the DME. Specifically, there are two wires for communication (CAN High and CAN Low).
All parts you shipped in are working and communication is OK. Ignition turns on and Kessy sees the DME on my test vehicle (therefore I do not get the DM fault you were getting on your end).
08-28-2018, 04:52 PM
#51
Hi got some feedback. From Tom
Email 1
Kessy (Immobilizer/Steering Lock Control module) appears to be working fine. It unlocks/locks the column lock and turns on the ignition and communicates with the ECU in my test environment. It should start the car. It appears that it does not communicated with the ECU in your car. That could be due to faulty/damaged connector/harness or a bad ECU.
ECU can go bad, but it's not very common.
Kessy did have an "open circuit" Steering Lock fault in it, so it did appear to be a problem at some point. That was most likely what initially immobilized the vehicle. I don't know how hat escalated to the Ecu/communication problem. Could be just a coincidence, but that would be very unlikely. Was the Kessy or ECU removed any point during initial ignition on/lock troubleshooting (over the 6 month period you are going through this)? The ECU communication could be a result of unplugging/re plugging modules. Have you ever removed/unplugged the ECU? If yes, check for possible bent pins on the ECU.
Ignition switch/Key is not the problem.
email 2
Yes, they will need to check the DME (engine computer) and/or the wiring from the Kessy Control Unit to the DME. Specifically, there are two wires for communication (CAN High and CAN Low).
All parts you shipped in are working and communication is OK. Ignition turns on and Kessy sees the DME on my test vehicle (therefore I do not get the DM fault you were getting on your end).
Email 1
Kessy (Immobilizer/Steering Lock Control module) appears to be working fine. It unlocks/locks the column lock and turns on the ignition and communicates with the ECU in my test environment. It should start the car. It appears that it does not communicated with the ECU in your car. That could be due to faulty/damaged connector/harness or a bad ECU.
ECU can go bad, but it's not very common.
Kessy did have an "open circuit" Steering Lock fault in it, so it did appear to be a problem at some point. That was most likely what initially immobilized the vehicle. I don't know how hat escalated to the Ecu/communication problem. Could be just a coincidence, but that would be very unlikely. Was the Kessy or ECU removed any point during initial ignition on/lock troubleshooting (over the 6 month period you are going through this)? The ECU communication could be a result of unplugging/re plugging modules. Have you ever removed/unplugged the ECU? If yes, check for possible bent pins on the ECU.
Ignition switch/Key is not the problem.
email 2
Yes, they will need to check the DME (engine computer) and/or the wiring from the Kessy Control Unit to the DME. Specifically, there are two wires for communication (CAN High and CAN Low).
All parts you shipped in are working and communication is OK. Ignition turns on and Kessy sees the DME on my test vehicle (therefore I do not get the DM fault you were getting on your end).
I think I remember you looked at your wiring under the carpet, but I don't remember if you actually re-soldered the splices AND waterproofed them?
10-21-2018, 06:28 PM
#52
SO I finally replaced those relays on my steering lock circuit board. Steering locks and unlocks now. I was needing to reset the alarm 0288 code every time I started the car, so I had even bought a cheap $56 8" WIndows 10 tablet, and was using that (actually worked well).
I removed the steering lock de-soldered those 2 relays, replaced them with some of the same from ebay (part number mentioned above). Seems to work fine. My plastic Hall effect sensor bar was not bent or broken. I added a little grease to keep things moving smoothly.
I removed the steering lock de-soldered those 2 relays, replaced them with some of the same from ebay (part number mentioned above). Seems to work fine. My plastic Hall effect sensor bar was not bent or broken. I added a little grease to keep things moving smoothly.
11-13-2018, 08:14 AM
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Can you please send me his info. I have a Cayenne with Immobilizer active and a steering column that does not lock ever. It has been sitting now for a few months and need to get it out to this Tom asap. Thanks David R. Bizousky
So finally the cayenne is alive again
to all who have this issue contact Tom at speedosolutions USA he is a fantastic bloke who knows how to fix this issue at a very reasonable price there is no need to buy a new column he will sort it and it carries a 2 year warranty
Dont make the mistake i made and tried the very incompetent EMD in Sydney they are absolutely clueless rip off merchants who dont give full refunds on there crap work beware
instead use the best Tom at speedosolutions
to all who have this issue contact Tom at speedosolutions USA he is a fantastic bloke who knows how to fix this issue at a very reasonable price there is no need to buy a new column he will sort it and it carries a 2 year warranty
Dont make the mistake i made and tried the very incompetent EMD in Sydney they are absolutely clueless rip off merchants who dont give full refunds on there crap work beware
instead use the best Tom at speedosolutions
02-14-2019, 02:40 AM
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Hi I have the same problem
Awesome writeup, and the pictures really help.
I have experienced the "Steering Faulty" intermittently, and have found something that (for me) gets me out of it:
1. Pull the key from the ignition
2. reach under the steering column and find the connector for the lock. Squeeze the tabs on either side, and pull it out.
3. re-connect the connector (plug it back in)
4. Clear the code. I use a Durametric on the "Alarm" module to clear the 288 error
5. put the key back in the ignition. In my case, all is well and next time you pull the key out you hear the steering lock work.
This has worked for me a couple of times.
For a long term fix I'll likely send the unit to Tom and have it rebuilt - I don't have your mad electronics component level soldering skills
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I have experienced the "Steering Faulty" intermittently, and have found something that (for me) gets me out of it:
1. Pull the key from the ignition
2. reach under the steering column and find the connector for the lock. Squeeze the tabs on either side, and pull it out.
3. re-connect the connector (plug it back in)
4. Clear the code. I use a Durametric on the "Alarm" module to clear the 288 error
5. put the key back in the ignition. In my case, all is well and next time you pull the key out you hear the steering lock work.
This has worked for me a couple of times.
For a long term fix I'll likely send the unit to Tom and have it rebuilt - I don't have your mad electronics component level soldering skills
.hey how are you guys I having the same problem since almost a year ago my cayenne is still parked in my house i canot start the cayenne which scanner I can use ?
02-14-2019, 04:25 PM
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Then you should be able to insert and turn the key and start the car.
My Steering Faulty has not come back since I replaced the 2 relays above!
02-14-2019, 06:44 PM
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I used Durametric Enthusiast and a windows 10 tablet or Windows XP laptop to reset my "Steering Faulty" code 0288 under [ALARM] in Durametric, so I could start the car. You do have to hold the brake pedal down to wake up certain modules to get Durametric to communicate with the car, the key does not have to be in the ignition. You can talk to some modules like the KESSY and ALARM.
Then you should be able to insert and turn the key and start the car.
My Steering Faulty has not come back since I replaced the 2 relays above!
Then you should be able to insert and turn the key and start the car.
My Steering Faulty has not come back since I replaced the 2 relays above!
Hi thanks for the information the problems is that I canot get durametric do you think I can use another tool or a normal scanner like bluetooth scanner or another one and last question which fuses did you change thank you appreciate it have a good one
02-14-2019, 06:59 PM
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Some people use this https://rennlist.com/forums/cayenne-...ble-again.html you can buy the Icarscan X431, which will connect to your phone over bluetooth. This will talk to the other modules.
Or you can use a PIWIS Porsche scantool. Some people use VAGCOM for the VW/AUDI with a change to the pins in the connector I've heard.
I didn't replace fuses, I replaced relays that activate the steering lock motor under the steering column. My relay to lock the wheel, when the key is removed, wouldn't work, so the wheel wouldn't lock. So the Alarm system threw the "Steering Faulty" code. Once I replaced the relays, then it can lock and unlock and the computer is happy.
These are the relays in my posts above
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02-15-2019, 12:02 AM
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Vulcan - useful post but the photos will only show for you. We don't have access so we get a nice circle with "-" in the middle. I'd suggest editing the post and uploading the photo(s) here. That way they will always show for that post, even if you discontinue Google image services.
02-15-2019, 01:03 PM
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Vulcan - useful post but the photos will only show for you. We don't have access so we get a nice circle with "-" in the middle. I'd suggest editing the post and uploading the photo(s) here. That way they will always show for that post, even if you discontinue Google image services.
