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Component Replacement
5.2.5
Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) — WABCO Only
Removal
WARNING
Park the vehicle on a level surface. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving. Support the
vehicle with safety stands. Do not work under a vehicle supported only by jacks. Jacks can slip or fall
over. Serious personal injury and damage to components can result.
WARNING
If equipped, disable the supplemental restraint system (air bag) to avoid serious personal injury.
Refer to the vehicle manufacturer’s service publication for further information.
1. Center the steering wheel with the front wheels positioned straight ahead.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. Apply the parking brake.
3. Place blocks under the front and rear tires to prevent the vehicle from moving.
4. Locate the SAS on the steering column shaft, either near the universal joint on the bottom of the
column or under the steering wheel near the top of the column.
5. If the SAS is located at the top of the steering column, remove the vehicle steering wheel using the
recommended steering wheel puller.
6. The SAS is attached by three screws to the steering column with the center tab located in the grooved
steering column shaft.
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7. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the SAS. (Note the position of the connector either
facing up or down.)
8.
Remove the attaching screws and slide the SAS off of the steering column shaft.
Installation
CAUTION
If the SAS is not installed according to the instructions in this manual, it may not operate correctly or
be damaged.
1. Apply a small amount of the supplied grease to the tab in the center of the SAS and to the machined
groove on the steering shaft.
