STEERING WHEEL HUB SEIZES TO STEERING COLUMN for Saturn SL 1996

SUBJECT. Steering Wheel Hub Seizes to Steering Column When Removing Steering Wheel (Replace Steering Wheel and Steering Column) ---------------------------------------------------------------

MODELS AFFECTED: 1992-1996 Saturns equipped with supplemental inflatable restraint SIR) system -----------------------------------------------------------------

CONDITION:

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When removing the steering wheel from the steering column, the steering wheel hub may seize to the steering column, causing the steering wheel to break.

CAUSE:

------ Steering column hub seizes to steering column.

CORRECTION:

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Do not use excessive force to remove the steering wheel. If the steering wheel hub cannot be removed with a steering wheel puller, replace the following parts:

* Steering wheel

* Steering wheel shroud

* Turn signal & headlamp lever assembly

* Inflatable restraint steering wheel coil assembly

* Steering column assembly

* Some models may also require the steering column shrouds to be replaced. Refer to parts requirements for further details.

NOTICE: Using any tool other than a steering wheel puller can damage the internal steering column bearings, turn signal & headlamp lever assembly and/or inflatable restraint steering wheel coil assembly.

To replace the steering column, refer to "Steering Column" in the Steering" section of the appropriate year "Chassis Service Manual."

CLAIM INFORMATION:

To receive credit for this repair during the warranty coverage period, submit a claim through the Saturn Dealer System as follows:

Labor Case Operation Type Description Code Time

VW Replace Steering Wheel and Steering Column 1992-1994 Models T9717 2.2 hrs 1995 - 1996 Models T9717 2.0 hrs

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