Steering Angle Sensor: Service and Repair

Steering Wheel Position Sensor Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in Service Precautions.

Disable the SIR system.
2. Place the front wheels in the straight ahead position.
3. Remove the steering wheel from the steering column.





4. Remove the 3 screws and the steering column lower trim cover (6) from the steering column.





5. Disconnect the steering wheel module coil electrical connector.
6. Disconnect the steering wheel position sensor electrical connector.





7. Slide the steering column upper cover, release the 3 claws (2) and remove the steering wheel module coil (1).
8. Remove the steering wheel position sensor from the steering wheel module coil.

Installation Procedure
1. Ensure the front wheels are in the straight ahead position.

2. Important: Make sure the turn signal switch is in the neutral position or turn signal switch pin may be damaged.

Place the turn signal switch in the neutral position.
3. Install the steering wheel position sensor to the steering wheel module coil.





4. Important: When installing a new steering wheel module coil, remove the lock pin prior to installing the handle.

Install the steering wheel module coil (1) and engage all 3 retaining claws (2).
5. Center the steering wheel module coil, if necessary.
6. Connect the steering wheel position sensor electrical connector.





7. Connect the steering wheel module coil electrical connector.





8. Install the steering column lower trim cover (6). Secure with 3 screws.
9. Install the steering wheel.
10. Enable the SIR system.