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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGSTEERING WHEEL & STEERING COLUMNREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTEERING COLUMN WIRE HARNESS ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2

Installation Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2SECTION Installation Procedure

Fig 1: View Of Steering Column And Wire Harness Assembly

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If the steering wheel has steering wheel controls, install the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Replacement (Coil) in SIR.
Connect all of the connectors from the new wire harness assembly.

Fig 2: Identifying Key Alarm Connector At Ignition Lock Cylinder Case

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Push the key alarm connector (1) into the ignition lock cylinder case assembly (2).
Rotate the key alarm connector (1) 90 degrees so that the key alarm connector (1) locks into place.

CAUTION: Refer to SIR INFLATOR MODULE COIL CAUTION in Cautions and Notices.

Install the wires back into the ignition switch clip, which is located on the side of the ignition switch.

Fig 3: Removing/Installing Plastic Mounted Steering Column Bracket

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Install the wire harness strap.
Install the upper and lower trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement .
Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 in SIR.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.