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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1999FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 730 (STEERING WHEEL AND STEERING COLUMN)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSTELESCOPE MOTOR ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic

Removal Procedure

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution in Cautions and Notices.

Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 in SIR.
Remove the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .
Secure the steering column to J 41352 .
Insert J 42640 into the bottom of the lower trim cover.

Fig 1: Cable Assembly & Telescope Drive Motor Assembly

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Disconnect the cable assembly (2) from the telescope drive motor assembly (1).

Fig 2: Connector Clip, Telescope Drive Motor Assembly Connector, 2 Pan Head Tapping Screws & Telescope Drive Bracket

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Remove the connector clip (1) from the telescope drive motor assembly connector (2).
Remove the 2 pan head tapping screws (4) from the telescope drive bracket (5).
Remove the telescope drive motor assembly (2) from the telescope drive bracket (5).
Remove the pan head tapping screw (3) from the telescope drive bracket (5).
Remove the telescope drive bracket (5) from the jacket assembly.

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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.