2021 Chevrolet Traverse LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Installation Procedure

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    Cruise Control Switch(3) - Install

  2. Cruise Control Release Switch Bracket(2) - Install
    3. CAUTION:

    Fastener Caution .

  3. Steering Wheel Bolt(1) @ Cruise Control Switch - Install and tighten [ 3x ] - Fastener Specifications 
  4. GM5639697Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Cruise Control Switch(3) - Install

  5. Connect the electrical connector.
  6. GM5639472Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Steering Wheel Spoke Cover(1) - Install

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    Steering Wheel Bolt(1) @ Steering Wheel Spoke Cover - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications

  8. GM5428772Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Automatic Transmission Manual Shift Auxiliary Position Switch-Right Side(1) - Install

  9. Connect the electrical connector.
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    Steering Wheel Shroud(1) - Install

  11. Connect the electrical connectors.
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    Steering Wheel Bolt(1) @ Steering Wheel Shroud - Install and tighten [ 4x ] - Fastener Specifications

  13. GM5422618Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Steering Wheel Bolt(1) @ Automatic Transmission Manual Shift Auxiliary Position Switch - Install and tighten [ 4x ]

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    Steering Wheel(2) - Install

  15. If a NEW threaded component is being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded component is reused, prepare the threaded component using the following steps:
    1. Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the component using a lint free cloth.
    2. Thread the cleaned component into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
    3. Remove loose debris from internal and external threads using compressed air.
    4. Apply liquid thread locking adhesive in a strip along half of the length of the external threads, starting at the tip, just prior to installation. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
  16. Steering Wheel Bolt(1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
  17. Connect the electrical connector.
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    Connect the electrical connectors.

  19. Install any connector position assurance (CPA) devices or secondary locks.
    20. WARNING:

    After installation of the steering wheel airbag module to the steering wheel, slightly pull the module outward. If there is no give on the airbag module then it is secured correctly. If the airbag module is not fully attached personal injury could result.

  20. Steering Wheel Airbag(2) - Install
  21. Steering Wheel Airbag Bolt(1) - Install and tighten [ 2x ] - Fastener Specifications
  22. GM5421708Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Install the 2 steering wheel airbag access hole covers.

  23. Enable the SIR System. SIR Disabling and Enabling
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