Gm Steering Wheel Position Sensor Replacement (Tips and Tricks)
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- čas přidán 30. 06. 2024
- In this video i show the steps and procedures necessary to replace the steering wheel position sensor on a GM truck or SUV. The truck I’m working on in this video is a 2010 Chevrolet Suburban 4wd with the 5.3 motor. However all trucks and SUVs including Silverado, Sierra, Tahoe, Yukon, suburban, and Cadillac Escalade or share this exact sensor and the procedures will the exact same. 2007 through 2014. Make sure to check out the links below for the correct part for your application. If you have any questions or comments feel free to leave something in the comment section. Thank you for watching
PARTS USED IN THIS VIDEO:
8 Pin Steering wheel postiton sensor (most common option)
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Some techs joke around about being CZcams certified, but man... there really is some helpful stuff on here.
Great video. Well explained and shot. A few noteable things not included in video. 1 The steering assembly/wheel will be completely free and it will help to have your seat moved forward enough to rest the wheel on while working. 2 Disconnect the plastic floor air tube and move it out of your way. 3 There is a black plastic cover on the original sensor that has 3 points that have to be popped to remove it from the sensor. Dont forget to put it back on the new sensor once you install it. 4 The 2 black metal spacers are for the back 2 mounting studs. There are none on the front 2 studs.
Best how to video on CZcams! I watch a lot of videos, usually there is 20 minutes of talking, stuff that's not relevant to the repair. This video is straight to the point with clear explanations and edited perfectly with no time wasted.
Thanks to this video I was able to replace that sensor myself, the video had all the information that you need plus very easy to follow step by step instructions, seen other videos about this same issue and they forget to tell to tape the steering wheel and disconnect your battery, this guy in my humble opinion did and outstanding video, thanks so much.
How much does it cost to do this on a dealership? Or an average mechanic?
$250 to $350 and a trip to wai-ki-ki!😮
Cost is now $575 to have a dealer do it
Four years later this video is of great help to me. I thank you very much for the information. Awesome video..
Finally got that annoying traction control light to turn off on my Tahoe. Thanks for the video
Boss made me do his Escalade . the toughest part of the job is being 63 and having to lay on your back or your side trying to work under the dash. Saw this video, and it helped tremendously. great verbal instructions, and good camera shots made the job almost easy. Thanks.
Audio and video quality is excellent. Most viewers appreciate it, but don't know what it takes to set up to make a great video like this.
Thanks for taking the time to make this dude! Gonna repair my parents Yukon this afternoon and this is a god send!
Thanks man. You just saved me hundreds of dollars. Been driving my truck like this over a year, fixed it today!
Yes sir thank you I’m doing mine tomorrow I’ll let you know how it turns out lol thank you brother your a blessing 🙏🏻
The video helped immensely. I replaced the sensor on my 2012 Silverado last night. I was able to access the plate with torx 25 bits from the top using a specialized tiny ratchet. The tape didn’t hold my wheel. However, I didn’t break the clock spring by being conscious of movements. On a pain in the neck scale, I rate this an 8! I will hire it out if this ever happens again. Thank you for your video! Even though the Silverado had minor differences.
Fixed my 14 tahoe with the same issue, also fixed my tire pressure warning along the way somehow, thank you for your video man and not bullshiting around done in 1hr with a few good tools
Just did this repair in an hour flat after watching this video(twice). Well done and thank you! Only note I would add is that the warnings didn't clear immediately, had to drive it a short distance.So don't panic if they are still there when you first start after the repair.
Thomas Trammell what would be a short time?? I’m panicking lol. It’s been about 3 miles and an hour or so of driving and nothing has changed.
@@lazarohernandez6217 oil pressure light would be on?
Drove mine around the block..error light still there.
@@lazarohernandez6217 Codes for Body are cleared after key cycles, on/test/passes/key off. The BCM monitors sensors, relays and all the components it controls. It take up to three minutes, then key off.
DK, ASE master tech since 78
Excellent video. Did it myself. I used a dorman, working so far. Took 1/2 hour.
I love these types of educational DIY videos especially when they are well made and to the point. GREAT JOB really appreciate it.
I agree. IMO, this is the best use of CZcams. Actually seeing the steps involved in a process really enables DIY owners to complete the process successfully. Thanks for this excellent video.
Thank you for making this video! 2013 suburban here & I’ve had those stupid dash lights on intermittently for almost two years. Scary & intense fix for a novice but honestly couldn’t have been easier thanks to the video
I just want to say thank you for this. I've been dreading doing this for the past month because of another video I watched. After seeing yours I decided to tackle it and it was actually really straight forward. THANKS!
That’s awesome man! Glad to help!
@@AaronHinesAuto could you send me a link or tell me where to grr we t the sensor cheap at thanks
I dont hardly ever leave reviews or comments, but I got to thank you brother. After ordering the part and having it there for 2 weeks I decided to change it myself and it fixed my service traction control light on my 2012 silverado I dont know hoe much but you saved me alot of money with this video thanks again from a new subscriber
Great vid. I did not feel comfortable in this type of repair. I saw this step by step and WHAT a blessing. You were right on with helping with this repair. Save me $$$$$. THANK YOU
Used this as reference, Got it done about 1 hours, great video!
Great video, very informative! Took me about an hour in my driveway! Finally did this back burner project because of this video showing how to do it without removing the entire column. Thanks!
Where did you find the part?
@@dariusturner4632 rock auto
Great video, camera work, and advice! Been look at replacing mine on a 2013 Tahoe and finally braved it up. Saved me $531 from what the dealership was going to charge. There were very few videos on this and this summed it up nicely. Thankful for the video!
Glad this helped!!
@@AaronHinesAuto Please help. As I went to retrieve the replacement sensor, ( it's been in the glove box awhile) I noticed the spring had come up. I rotated the center some and popped it back in. Will this be ok or 8s there a possibility everything is completely out of whack? Thank you.
@@AaronHinesAuto do you have to calibrate the sensor
I will be replacing this sensor on my 2012 Corvette, and this has been useful. Well done on the video. I will have to have a Tech II to adjust the sensor, to zero, because it won’t have a pin.
As a fellow tech. I thank you good sir saved me alot of hassle
Dude!! This job was a pain in the ass but my son and I got it done thanks to you!!! Thanks for your help!!
Glad to hear! Thank you!
Yeah, agree. The camera angle made it look easy.
Thanks for the video man! Just did it this morning following along, glad to have no more warnings on startup.
Thank you for the video! I was able to do the job in less than 1.5 hours. Loved your video it was very clear. Just make sure to loosen and remove the bottom bolt first. Also I was able to remove the torx 25 screws from the top easily. Overall great video and I recommend to find somebody to help you hold the steering wheel.
2012 Avalanche thank you for the help it made this job so much easier.
Good instructions appreciate the help this was exactly what was wrong with mine no more stability track light showing on the dash as well. Not too difficult more time consuming, would help to have a extra hand for sure to lift the steering wheel while you’re putting the back up the bolts back in with the two washers
Great Video Aaron! Thanks for helping eliminating a most annoying fault.
Always a good idea to disconnect the negative cable first to avoid arching if any load is on the battery.Great tutorial on a common GM problem!!!1
Exactly… I for some reason get so annoyed when I see people remove the positive cable instead of the negative
Thanks for sharing, I just diagnosed my truck with a bad SAS. It only acts up in hot weather, Tech2 was not very helpful in troubleshooting. it would only monitor the position sensor and the phase c output of the sensor. I had to use an oscilloscope to figure it out. I guess I will just add this to the list of things to do when I service my truck next time.
Thanks for this video. Concise and accurate. Just completed the replacement on a 2012 Silverado. Job isn't too bad, worst part is awkwardness of body positions to get at things. Took about 2 hours and a few 4 letter words, but it's done. Be prepared to have a plethora of socket extensions to get the right lengths to get access/clearance to do work.
Thank you so much spent last year going to dealers only to be told part discontinued. Your video gave me the part and I was able to install next day THANK YOU!!!
Thanks! You helped me change out a bad one on my wife's 2011 Suburban. Your video saved me a lot of money
Hey man thank for the video very detailed, I just replaced mine during work hours. Didn’t took me long.
I did everything you did but wish I would of watched your video before I did mine. Well explained an you show the steps
Thanks a million, I just finished changing mine on my 07 Denali XL and followed your every step. Thanks for the detailed video, it made everything go super smooth.
did you use his part number? and it worked? or a different part?
@@darthhemi1735 his part number, it worked like a charm!
I followed your step by step video for my 2011Chevrolet Silverado 1500 . 👍👏
First of all i am very thankful to uploader i saved almost $600. I had same error, checked with meter and got same error code. I ordered the sensor and changed it.
My Truck is 100% fine :-)
Glad to hear!! That’s a good feeling
Thanks for making this video!!! With your help I was able to do this job in 45 minutes.
Thanks! Just replaced mine and no more telltales! Also replaced two up stream O2 sensors last week. Now I'm driving an almost new truck. lol
My 2013 Chevy Silverado did have a black cover over the position sensor with three clips. I had to lift the tabs on the three clips and pull it off before I could slide the position sensor off.
Thank you for this video. It is the best how to for this. I replaced it in my 2012 sierra 1500 no issues.
Tip for keeping tying spacers in place, use a little strip of duct tape the keep them in place while moving the steering column into place.
You really saved me bro! Thank you so much for your help and expertise took me longer than the video thats forsure but I really appreciate the help!
You are a gentleman and a scholar. Thank you sir
You did a great job putting that sensor in. Great video and camera work. Thank you
Probably the best "Automotive How to Repair" video I've seen. Concise, complete, and to the point with the just right amount of detail. Replaced the steering sensor on my Tahoe today. Thank you!
well done, watched video and it took me a hour it was like i done it before ,thanks so much for video
Thanks a lot for putting this video together. I was just able to complete this repair myself using this and saved myself a few hundred dollars. Thanks again!!!
No lead in bullshit, very complete video this is a great tutorial. Thank you.
Thank you sir. This video is informative and straight to the point. It really helped out.
Thanks for all the information and details,
Right to the point without annoying intro. Like for you.
Great video! Took me a solid hour JUST to take the sensor out on a 2012 GMC Yukon Hybrid Denali. When I started the job, I've noticed that my GMC had some extra accessories laying around and in the way...not sure because it's the Hybrid or what. And it appeared that everything was further down (deeper) and way harder to get to. Now, the more challenging part, putting everything back together lol.
Great Video. I just replaced mine today with no issues. Thank you!!!
Aaron Great video. Had to replace mine in my 2014 tahoe. Of course you made it look easy. Took me 2.5 hours to do this. Just hard getting tools in there and be able to see where the bolts are located. Glad Im not a mechanic. I appreciate you indicating the tools needed for the job when you started the video. Reading the clip below from josh hanby, dealership wants $500 + for this job. glad I toughed it out. Reading Thomas below I had the same issue, I just cleared out the error codes with my scanner and the Stabilitrack light never came back on. Job completed. A++++++++
This guide helped with my 2012 GMC Yukon Denali XL. Thank you.
Thank you for making this video duramax Denali has a few subtle differences but this video helped immensely.
Thank you this worked perfectly for my 2012 gmc Yukon xl saved me a lot of money
Just wanted to say thanks mr awesome video! Just did my 2011 2500hd.
Fantastic video! I'm glad to know what this sensor is and where it is located. I'm a bit to stove up and old to crawl around under the dash so the dealership will get $585 to fix my '13 Silverado.
Thanks brother, great video. Help me get mine knocked out. For those of you that have one that comes on that does not set a code, comes on only after the cab heats up. It’s the steering wheel position sensor.
Camera angle/illumination wise, is the best video related to this issue. Thanks a lot brother.
You are the man. Saved me so much time. Thank you! Keep up the good work!
Thank you for the video,very helpful, save some money, very easy!!!!
Thanks so much for this video...really well expalined...saved me lots of time.appreciate it.
Worked perfectly on my 2012 avalanche.
Finding the new/original AC Delco part may be difficult online these days.
GM actually has a bulletin to try and "secure the sensor with foam tape" 😭
After countless stabilitrak problems that I thought were linked to heat and or tire pressure I finally scanned the stabilitrak code...
The job only took about an hour and a half thanks to the video.
I was pulling my hair out trying to fix... just drove truck 45 mins and no stabilitrak problems.
Thank you!!!!!
Hi, after 2 years, do you remember if you recalibrated or you just replaced the part ? Thx
Fixed my Yukon today with this video ty
Very well done man! I banged this out in less than an hour with your help 👍👍👍
thanks for the detailed video.
Great vid one of the few guys/gals who actually show this process
Nice camera work! Did this job on my 2012 GMC Sierra a couple years ago, hope it doesn’t need to be done ever again!
CirclePFarm so what you’re saying is the first one lasted 5 years?
Great video ..clear ..no annoying background music great instructions.ty.
Thanks for making a pain in the butt repair a lot easier👍👍
U bet buddy!
very good information--thank you------just did a steering rack on tahoe and after have steering angle sensor codes(there is only one way to get the shaft onto steering gear)
this was the fix for my 2010 suburban with service stabilitrak/stabilitrak off message. I was not getting any codes. The service light would come on most commonly in hot weather. Initially I tried getting the wheel speed sensors checked, then researched and tried some of the ground upgrades. But this the was the fix. Thank you,
What symptoms were you having?
Just what I needed. Thanks!
you bet!
Thanks for putting this video up. I replaced with the 781 part (I think) on a 2011 silverado. It had 8 pins.
The sensor didnt clip in but the dust cover did after the SAS. The torx are a T25 for the metal shroud that you have to take off. Best regards from Nova Scotia Canada.
Wow thanks man awesome information. Very nice on showing every detail and walking through everything like you did. Very nice and worked just as you did it. Thanks very much!
Excellent video! Thank you for sharing this and your work!!
Nice work mate.....nice tip on that bracket removal...
Clear and to the point nicely done.
Just competed the task thanks for the detailed video
Thank you, awesome video mate. You the man.
Thank you so much!
God bless everything you do in life you saved me a huge headache
It’s totally different for a 2014, yours was a whole lot easier than mine
Awesome video! I've used many CZcams how to videos for my mechanic problems. This is video ranks at the top for quality.
My sensor never "snapped in" during install, but it's staying in place. Test drove it and everything was fine.
Thanks man
Great info! Worked perfectly for my 2012 Sierra. Can't believe i've been dealing with this for over 2 years and it was a pretty simple fix!
was it the same part number as his description? trying to see if it'd be the same for an 09 silverado before ordering online
@@mattatlfan i ordered same part in the vid for my 2009 gmc sierra 1500...it didnt fix the issue....unknown if its because of the part itself or another part entirely.
@@markherring3513 GROUND WIRES AND CONNECTIONS TRUST ME
@@c_mac7773 i dont see anything grounded and all connections are solid.
Very well done video! Thanks so much for making it!
Thank you! I needed this for work.
Thank you for info on spring was really helpful !
I have a 2010 Silverado 2500HD and had the infamous clunking noise in the steering column. I followed this procedure to access and replace the steering column bearing that the sensor snaps in to. Worked like a charm and no more annoying clunking noise when I drive across bumps in the road.
Was it the same part number as his description for yours? Trying to make sure it's universal across the year range for GM before ordering online for my 09 silverado
@@mattatlfan I bought this one on E Bay www.ebay.com/itm/263432455793.
This looks like the correct way to replace the steering shaft bearing. Thanks
Good info-leaves the column in!!
Thanks for the great instruction. Appreciate it.
If you have a gmc sierra that calls for a 6pin it's discontinued, buy the 8pin. I just did mine and it works great! 59$ well spent. Thanks for your video it was very helpful 👍
Can you share the link or part number
Thanks
Awesome! Thank you very much!
Thanks Aaron for this video! I was getting the Service Stabilitrac Error for over a month and ordered the AC Delco part from RockAuto. It's been hit and miss weather with intermittent snow and showers too so everything sort of had to line up. I did initially try Euresko's idea below from GM service bulletin PI0639a to clean the plugs at the connection to the steering sensor and then use short strips of electricians tape to build up the inside of the switch to take away excess movement - and it even seemed to help. I backed my Sierra up about 10ft before the error chimed when before it seemed to happen within a couple of feet of moving. So I sucked it up and started taking things apart as per your video. I found for the 4 x 15mm nuts that a long 3/8" extension with a 5/8" sparkplug socket worked great to get them off. The bottom two 15mm nuts used a swivel to help with the angles too. One thing that I don't think your video emphasized was that the shifting cable that loops right near the bottom of the steering column in the cab needs to be tucked into that wire cage attached to the retainer that keeps the steering position switch in place on the column. Initially mine wasn't and I had to remove the column bolt and loosen the four 15mm nuts to give enough movement for me to get the cable into the cage. As far as taping the wheel goes I used painters tape, duct tape and hockey tape. I was afraid I'd accidentally grab the wheel to help me adjust my position so I made sure it wasn't going to move. So finally after getting it all together and attaching the negative battery terminal I gave it a try. And NO MORE ERROR! It made my week. Possibly my month.
Wow. That’s such good news you got it taken care of, great job!
Well clearly this process works for you, so I hate to jump in with anything critical, but over the years I’ve heard several mechanics recommend removing the cable from the Negative battery terminal instead of the positive. Not going to list all the reasons why in this post, but if you are interested in learning more about why Negative disconnection is a better way to go, it’s not hard to find mechanic blogs on the topic, there are many. Cheers!
The ONLY reason for removing the negative instead of positive cable (first) is so you don't accidently hit metal with your wrench and cause sparks (a short) from the positive terminal to ground.
Aaron, excellent video but, I too would remind future repair DIYers to utilize a strap from across the roof top tied to steering wheel to stabilize the weight after unbolting the four bolts holding up the column. Thanks for a great video.