Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2009 Hummer H2 V8-6.2LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Power Tilt Steering Column Calibration
Power Tilt Steering Column Calibration
Tilt Soft Stops
After replacement of the memory seat module (MSM), tilt motor, or steering column, it is necessary to program the tilt soft stops. Each soft stop is a programmable end of travel that is set approximately 1.3 cm (0.5 in) from the mechanical end of travel. The steering column has a soft stop set at each end of the tilt up/down movement. The system uses soft stops to prevent wear on the system by ensuring that the steering column movement stops before it reaches its mechanical end of travel in any direction. The soft stops are initially programmed at the factory.
Tilt Soft Stop Programming Procedure
1. Ignition ON, Engine OFF.
2. Connect a scan tool to the vehicle.
3. Select Memory Seat Module.
4. Select Special Functions.
5. Select Driver Seat.
6. Select Learn Column Soft Stops.
7. Follow the scan tool on-screen instructions.
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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.
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