Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: With wheels of the vehicle facing straight ahead, secure the steering wheel utilizing steering column anti-rotation pin, steering column lock, or a strap to prevent rotation. Locking of the steering column will prevent damage and a possible malfunction of the SIR system. The steering wheel must be secured in position before disconnecting the following components:

The steering column
The intermediate shaft(s)
The steering gear

After disconnecting these components, do not rotate the steering wheel or move the front tires and wheels. Failure to follow this procedure may cause the SIR coil assembly to become un-centered and cause possible damage to the SIR coil. If you think the SIR coil has became un-centered, refer to your specific SIR coil's centering procedure to re-center SIR Coil.

Remove the driver knee bolster reinforcement. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Reinforcement Replacement .
Remove the steering column upper trim cover. Refer to Steering Column Upper Trim Cover Replacement .
Disconnect any electrical connectors as needed.

Fig 1: Identifying Electronic Power Steering Motor Control Module/Bracket Assembly

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If equipped with an electronic power steering column, remove the 3 electronic power steering motor control module bracket bolts (2) and the electronic power steering motor control module and bracket assembly (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Upper Intermediate Shaft Pinch Bolt

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NOTE: Place alignment marks on the steering shaft coupling and the steering column shaft prior to removal in order to mark the correct alignment of the pieces.

Remove the steering shaft coupling bolt (1) at the steering column and discard it.
An electronic power steering column is shown, a hydraulic power and two mode hybrid steering column is serviced the same way.
Separate the steering shaft coupling from the steering column.

Fig 3: Identifying Steering Column Lower Support Bracket Bolt

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Remove the steering column lower support bracket bolt (1).
An electronic power steering column is shown, a hydraulic power and two mode hybrid steering column is serviced the same way.

Fig 4: Identifying Steering Column Upper Support Bracket Bolts

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Remove the steering column upper support bracket bolts (1).
An electronic power steering column is shown, a hydraulic power and two mode hybrid steering column is serviced the same way.
Remove the steering column from the vehicle and transfer any parts as needed.