Electric Steering Column Lock - If Equipped

The Electric Steering Column Lock (ESCL) is attached to the underside of the steering column lower cowl. The ESCL engages with a locking sleeve on the shaft of the steering column to lock the steering. A tolerance ring is installed between the locking sleeve and the spindle of the steering column. The tolerance ring allows the spindle to turn in the locking sleeve if a high torque is applied to the steering wheel when the lock is engaged. This prevents the locking bolt from being sheared by someone forcibly turning the steering wheel while the steering lock is engaged, while still effectively locking the steering. Engagement and disengagement of the ESCL is controlled by the.

In markets where an ESCL is not equipped, a dummy lock is installed. This provides a forward attachment point for the steering column lower cowl, and the ESCL is disabled in the car configuration files.