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Steering Wheel Position Sensor or Steering Shaft Lower Bearing Replacement
2009 Saab 9-7X V8-6.0LSECTION Steering Wheel Position Sensor or Steering Shaft Lower Bearing Replacement
Steering Wheel Position Sensor or Steering Shaft Lower Bearing Replacement
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to SIR Warning (SIR Warning).
1. Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling (Service and Repair).
2. Verify the type of steering wheel position sensor before removal. Refer to Steering Wheel Position Sensor Centering (Steering Wheel Position Sensor Centering).
3. Remove the intermediate steering shaft. Refer to Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement (Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement).
4. Disconnect the sensor.
5. Remove the bracket from the steering jacket assembly.
6. Remove the steering wheel position sensor.
Installation Procedure
1. If reusing the existing steering wheel position sensor, verify the type of sensor you have before installing. Refer to Steering Wheel Position Sensor Centering (Steering Wheel Position Sensor Centering).
2. Install the steering wheel position sensor.
3. Install the bracket onto the steering jacket assembly.
4. Connect the steering wheel position sensor connector.
5. Install the intermediate steering shaft. Refer to Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement (Upper Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement).
6. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling (Service and Repair).
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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.