Steering Wheel Control Switch Assembly Replacement

2011 Cadillac Escalade Base, AWDSECTION Steering Wheel Control Switch Assembly Replacement
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: View of Steering Wheel Control Switch
GM1886580Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Callout Component Name
CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution .
Preliminary Procedure:Β Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement .
1 Steering Wheel Trim Cover Bolt (Qty: 4)
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tighten:Β  2 N.m (18 lb in)

2 Steering Wheel Trim Cover (Qty: 2)
3 Steering Wheel Control Switch Assembly (Qty: 2)

Procedure

  1. Radio control switch assembly is shown. Cruise control switch assembly is similar.
  2. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
  3. Make sure the steering wheel control switches are properly seated to the steering wheel trim cover during installation.
RENDER: 1.0x

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