Removal Procedure
- Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
- Position the front wheels straight ahead and lock the steering column to prevent rotation of the steering wheel.
- Remove the intermediate shaft from the steering column. Refer to Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .
- Remove the steering wheel position sensor retainer screws (1).
- Remove the steering wheel position sensor retainer (2) from the base of the steering column.
- Disconnect the electrical connector from the steering wheel position sensor.
- Remove the steering wheel position sensor (3) from the steering column.
CAUTION:
Refer to SIR Caution
.
NOTE:
The wheels of the vehicle must be straight ahead and the steering column in the LOCK position before disconnecting the steering column or intermediate shaft from the steering gear. Failure to do so will cause the SIR coil assembly to become uncentered, which may cause damage to the coil assembly.