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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2002 🢒 DeVille 🢒 Steering 🢒 Steering Wheel and Column 🢒 Telescope Actuator Switch Replacement - On Vehicle

Removal Procedure

    Caution: This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following conditions:

       • Air bag deployment
       • Personal injury
       • Unnecessary SIR system repairs
    In order to avoid the above conditions, observe the following guidelines:
       • Refer to SIR Component Views in order to determine if you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring.
       • If you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
  2. Remove the knee bolster. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.

    3. Object Number: 588300 Size: SH
  3. Remove the lower steering column trim cover retaining screws (4).
  4. Disconnect the lower steering column trim cover from the closeout shroud.
  5. Disconnect the telescope actuator switch electrical connector.
  6. Remove the telescope actuator switch from the lower steering column trim cover.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 588300 Size: SH
  1. Install the telescope actuator switch to the lower steering column trim cover.
  2. Connect the telescope actuator switch electrical connector to the steering column control module.
  3. Connect the lower steering column trim cover to the steering column closeout shroud.

    4. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  4. Install the lower steering column trim cover retaining screws  (4).

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the lower steering column trim cover retaining screws to 1.5 N·m (13 lb in).

  5. Install the knee bolster. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
  6. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.