02861

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02861 - Electronic Steering Column Lock

02861 - Electronic Steering Column Lock: Implausible Signal

Possible Symptoms

  • Electronic Steering Column Lock not working
  • Engine not starting

Possible Causes

  • Wiring and/or Connector(s) from/to Electronic Ignition Lock (D9) faulty
  • Electronic Steering Column Lock Control Module (J764) faulty

Possible Solutions

  • Check Wiring and/or Connector(s) from/to Electronic Ignition Lock (D9)
  • Check/Replace Electronic Steering Column Lock Control Module (J764)

Special Notes

  • When found in the VW Passat (3C), it might be possible to replace the Electronic Steering Column Lock (J764) separately from the entire steering column.
    • The Comfort Control Module (J393) houses the Immobilizer related Functions. Depending on the Comfort Control Module, it might be possible to reprogram it as opposed to replacing it with the ESCL replacement. At this time we consider this immobilizer system repair Not Supported with VCDS. Generally immobilizer repairs on the VW Passat (3C) are performed at the VW Dealer using their GEKO system.