GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

    Object Number: 296680  Size: SH

    Important: The coil assembly becomes misaligned under the following conditions:

       • The steering column separates from the steering gear.
       • The steering column rotates.
       • The centering spring pushes down, allowing the hub to rotate while you remove the coil from the steering column.

  1. In the event that the coil un-centers, ensure that the steering wheel shaft alignment mark (8) is in the 12 o'clock position.
  2. Hold the coil assembly with the clear bottom up in order to see the bottom of the coil.
  3. Important: The following different styles of coils exist:

       • A coil that rotates clockwise
       • A coil that rotates counterclockwise

  4. While holding the coil assembly, depress the spring lock in order to rotate the hub (6 or 7) in the direction of the arrow until the hub stops.
  5. Ensure that the coil ribbon is firmly wound up against the center hub.
  6. Rotate the coil hub (6 or 7) in the opposite direction approximately 2.75 turns in order to align the cancelling cam assembly.
  7. Release the spring lock between the locking tabs (1 or 4) adjacent to the arrow.
  8. Seat the SIR coil tab in the bracket recess on the steering column at the 6 o'clock position.