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Quick Release Steering Bosses
scootz - 17/8/08 at 09:36 AM

Can anyone give a definitive answer... are these SVA ok?

PS - I'm talking about the splined one's!

Johneturbo - 17/8/08 at 10:06 AM

Well mine passed 2 months ago @ edmonton, and it counted as an immobilser

matt_claydon - 17/8/08 at 05:48 PM

The key section is the SVA manual is as follows:

quote:

Check each anti-theft device which incorporates a mechanical part that acts
upon a system used to control the vehicle (eg steering system)
i. cannot be activated while the engine is
running

ii. does not allow the engine to be started
before the device has been deactivated

iii. has an actuation, which is a distinct and
separate function from that of stopping the
engine.


So you if the tester is on the ball then you'll have to make sure that the wheel cannot be removed whilst the ignition is on.

DarrenW - 18/8/08 at 01:53 PM

quote:
Originally posted by matt_claydon
The key section is the SVA manual is as follows:

quote:

Check each anti-theft device which incorporates a mechanical part that acts
upon a system used to control the vehicle (eg steering system)
i. cannot be activated while the engine is
running

ii. does not allow the engine to be started
before the device has been deactivated

iii. has an actuation, which is a distinct and
separate function from that of stopping the
engine.


So you if the tester is on the ball then you'll have to make sure that the wheel cannot be removed whilst the ignition is on.


This suggests that a snap off type kit where the wheel can be locked in place could pass as long as the key cannot be put in the lock while engine is running (short key ring?). i asked about removable bosses before test at Gosforth 3 years ago and they said they would fail a car presented with any removable boss. Worth checking with your local centre to be sure as some items are open to interpretation by individual testers.