What does Dongfeng ESCL unlock failure mean?

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It means there is a fault in the vehicle's electronic steering system. The Electronic Steering Column Lock (ESCL) determines the required action by assessing the driver's intention, vehicle speed, and the status of the steering shaft lock. It uses a latch system to lock and unlock the steering column to protect the vehicle's safety. Additional information: 1. Features of the Electronic Steering Column Lock: Prevents unauthorized locking of the steering column, unlocks the steering column upon vehicle authentication, and uses sensors to monitor the latch position for locking and unlocking the steering column. 2. Trigger conditions for the steering column lock: The driver's door changes from closed to open or the central locking is engaged, the engine speed is invalid, the IGN1 status in the relay box is OFF, the power mode provided by PEPS is OFF, and there are no errors in the internal self-test.