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.
Removal Procedure
- Disconnect the power steering assist motor sensor wire harness connector (6) from the power steering assist motor (5).
- Use needle nose pliers in order to remove the power steering assist motor wire strap clip from the power steering assist motor.
If you are replacing the power steering assist motor, remove the power steering assist motor wire strap clip from the power steering assist motor sensor wire harness.
If you are replacing the steering column, keep the power steering assist motor wire harness strap clip attached to the power steering assist motor sensor wire harness.
- Use a M6x1 TORX® head bit in order to remove the 2 power steering assist motor bolts (2).
- Grasp the power steering assist motor. Pull on the power steering assist motor evenly and straight away from the steering column in order to remove the power steering assist motor.
- Inspect the steering column assist mechanism input shaft for the rotor isolator bumper (4). If present, remove the rotor isolator bumper.
If you are replacing the power steering assist motor, you will need the power steering assist motor sensor wire harness strap clip (7) for the new power steering assist motor installation.
If you are replacing the steering column, a new power steering assist motor sensor wire harness strap clip will come with the column service kit. Keep the existing wire strap clip attached to the power steering assist motor sensor wire harness.
The power steering assist motor housing must be free of any type of debris. Remove any loose debris from the power steering assist motor housing, but do NOT remove the remaining grease on the power steering assist motor input shaft (3).
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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.