Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Pontiac Montana SV6, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander, and 2006 Buick Terraza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- If reusing the sensor, with the pin still installed, align the sensor onto the steering shaft (2) and into the bearing adapter (3).
- Install the sensor onto the steering shaft (2) and into the bearing adapter (3).
- The sensor must be set to approximately 3 mm gap between the sensor and the bearing adapter.
- Install the sensor connector.
- Remove the pin from the sensor.
- Install the intermediate shaft to the steering column. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .
- Install the steering column to the vehicle. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 in SIR.
IMPORTANT:
A new sensor must come with a pin installed. If pin is not installed, return and reorder sensor.
IMPORTANT:
Do not apply force to the sensor (1) or the bearing adapter (3) in a sideways direction.
IMPORTANT:
If installing a new sensor the sensor will come pre-centered. Do not remove the pin until installation is complete.