Telescoping Steering Column Calibration for Chevrolet Corvette 2004

After replacement of the seat control module, it is necessary to program the telescoping soft stops. Each soft stop is a programmable end of travel that is set approximately 1.3 cm (0.5 inch) from the mechanical end of travel. The steering column has a soft stop set at each end of the telescoping in/out movement. The system uses soft stops to prevent wear on the system by ensuring that the steering column movement stops before it reaches its mechanical end of travel in any direction. The soft stops are initially programmed at the factory. The stop positions may be reprogrammed, which is necessary any time the seat control module is replaced, as described in the following procedure.

1. Turn ignition to ON, leaving the engine off.
2. To set the telescoping in soft stop, press the telescoping COLUMN IN switch at least eight times or until the column moves.
3. Press the telescoping COLUMN IN switch and hold the switch until the column travels all the way in, and continue to hold the switch about a second after motion stops at the mechanical end of travel. The soft stop for the column in position is now set. The seat control module automatically goes back to the normal mode of operation.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3, using the COLUMN OUT switch, to set the column out position soft stop.