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Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    Fig 1: Identifying Rotor Isolator Bumper & Rotor Isolator
    GM1362061Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Do NOT allow the wiring harness to be pinched between the motor/module assembly and the steering column during installation. A pinched harness will cause diagnostic trouble codes to be set and may require replacement of the steering column.
    IMPORTANT: Before installing the motor/module assembly (2), verify the rotor isolator bumper (1) is installed into the rotor isolator (3) in the motor/module assembly (2).
  1. Fit the motor/module assembly rotor isolator over the steering column assist mechanism input shaft.
  2. Fig 2: Identifying Sensor Wire Harness And Motor/Module Assembly
    GM1362063Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  3. Use a M6x1 TORX® head bit to attach the motor/module assembly (2) to the steering column with the 2 new TORX® bolts (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the steering column bolts to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  4. Connect the sensor wire harness (3) to the motor/module assembly (2).
  5. Install the sensor wire harness strap clip (4) into the motor/module assembly (2).
  6. Install the knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement .
  7. Perform the control module setup. Refer to Control Module References for programming and setup information.