Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Sierra, 2002 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2002 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2002 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the position sensor into the bearing assembly.
Important: Do not apply force to the sensor and the bearing in a sideways direction.
- Install the bearing into the steering column jacket.
- 2.1. Align the notches on the bearing and the column jacket.
- 2.2. Seat the bearing fulling into the jacket.
- Connect the position sensor connector.
- Slide the shaft up to install the bolt and the nut (1) to the upper intermediate shaft to steering column connection. Tighten the upper intermediate shaft connection to 47 N.m (35 lb ft).
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
- For vehicle with Rear Wheel Steering, check the wheel alignment. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .