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Steering Wheel & Steering Column: Overview Cadillac STS I

Steering Column Switches 6 illustrations ~538 words

Steering Wheel and Column Schematic Icons

Steering Wheel and Column Schematic Icons Icon Icon Definition CAUTION: When performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, the SIR system must be disabled. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zones. Failure to observe the correct procedure could cause deployment of the SIR components, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs

Scheme 1

Scheme 1: Column/Ignition Lock Schematics

Scheme 2

Scheme 2: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column Schematics

Scheme 3

Scheme 3: Steering Wheel Schematics

Scheme 4

Scheme 4: Steering Column Disassembled View
CalloutComponent Name
1Upper Trim Cover
2Lower Trim Cover
3Steering Column Closeout Trim
4Flanged Prevailing Torque Nut
5Retaining Ring
6SIR Coil
7Wave Washer
8Bearing Retainer
9Cam Orientation Plate
10Turn Signal Cancel Cam
11Upper Bearing Spring
12Upper Bearing Inner Race Seat
13Inner Race
14Switch Mounting Bracket
15Turn Signal and Multifunction Switch Assembly
16Steering Column Tilt Head Assembly
17Wire Strap
18Spring Guide
19Tilt Spring
20Pin
21Pan Head Tapping Screws
22Wire Straps
23Pan Head Tapping Screws
24Window Washer and Wiper Switch Assembly
25Wire Straps
26Theft Deterrent
27Ignition Lock Cylinder Case
28Race and Upper Shaft
29Centering Sphere
30Joint Preload Spring
31Lower Steering Shaft
32Pivot Pins
33Wire Strap
34Steering Column Jacket Assembly
35Steering Column Position Sensor
36Sensor Clip
37Sensor Seal
38Boot
39Bolt Retainer
40Pinch Bolt
41Intermediate Shaft Assembly

Scheme 5

Scheme 5: Steering Wheel and Column Component Views
CalloutComponent Name
1Steering Wheel
2Heated Steering Wheel Module (KA9)

Scheme 6

Scheme 6
CalloutComponent Name
1Telescoping Drive Wheel
2Steering Angle Sensor
3Turn Signal/Multifunction Switch
4Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch Assembly
5Steering Wheel Controls Seek Button
6Steering Wheel Controls Volume Button
7C277
8Horn Switch Connector
9Steering Wheel Controls Mute/Source Button -or- Heated Steering Wheel Button (KA1)
10Steering Wheel Controls Voice/Preset Button
11Heated Steering Wheel
12Tilt/Telescope Switch
13Tilt Actuator
14C202
15Steering Column Lock Control Module (UA2)

Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. 2: During the steering column electronic lock operation, listen for an audible click. Repeat the commands as necessary.
  2. 3: This test determines if the steering column electronic lock feedback circuit is operating properly.
StepActionValuesYesNo
Schematic Reference: Column/Ignition Lock Schematics Connector End View Reference: Steering Wheel and Column Connector End Views
1Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?Go to Step 2Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information
2Vehicle in Park Operate the column lock system by cycling the ignition. Does the column lock with each cycle of the ignition?Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring SystemsGo to Step 3
3Turn OFF the ignition. Measure the resistance between the steering column lock signal and ground circuits. Does the resistance measure within the specification?492-482 ohmsGo to Step 5Go to Step 4
4Test the steering column lock signal circuit for an open, a short to ground, or short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems. Did you find the condition?Go to Step 8Go to Step 6
5Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the steering column lock control module (SCLCM). Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 8Go to Step 7
6Replace the steering wheel theft deterrent lock. Did you complete the replacement?Go to Step 8
7IMPORTANT: Perform the setup procedure for the SCLCM. Replace the SCLCM. Perform the setup procedure for the SCLCM. Refer to Steering Column Lock Control Module Programming and Setup . Did you complete the replacement?Go to Step 8
8Clear the DTCs with a scan tool. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC. Does DTC 2515 reset?Go to Step 2System OK
IMPORTANT
Perform the setup procedure for the SCLCM.

DTC B2515

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. 3: This step tests for the proper operation of the circuit in the high voltage range.
  2. 4: This step tests for the proper operation of the circuit in the low voltage range. If the fuse in the jumper opens when you perform this test, the signal circuit is shorted to voltage.
  3. 5: This step tests for a short to ground in the 5-volt reference circuit.
StepActionValue(s)YesNo
Schematic Reference: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column Schematics Connector End View Reference: Steering Wheel and Column Connector End Views
1Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?Go to Step 2Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information
2Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF. Observe the Column Position Feedback data parameter in the DPM column info list with a scan tool. Does the scan tool indicate that the Column Position Feedback data parameter is within the specified range?0.25-4.75 VGo to Diagnostic AidsGo to Step 3
3Turn OFF the ignition. Disconnect the telescoping sensor. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF. Observe the Column Position Feedback data parameter with the scan tool. Does the scan tool indicate that the Column Position Feedback data parameter is greater than the specified value?4.75 VGo to Step 4Go to Step 8
4Turn OFF the ignition. Connect a 3-amp fused jumper wire between the signal circuit of the telescoping sensor and the low reference circuit of the telescoping sensor. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF. Observe the Column Position Feedback data parameter with the scan tool. Does the scan tool indicate that the Column Position Feedback data parameter is less than the specified value?0.25 VGo to Step 5Go to Step 9
5Turn OFF the ignition Disconnect the fused jumper wire. Connect a 3-amp fused jumper wire between the 5-volt reference circuit of the telescoping sensor and the signal circuit of the telescoping sensor. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF. Observe the Column Position Feedback data parameter with the scan tool. Does the scan tool indicate that the Column Position Feedback data parameter is greater than the specified value?4.75 VGo to Step 7Go to Step 6
6Test the 5-volt reference circuit of the telescoping sensor for a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 15Go to Step 12
7Test the 5-volt reference circuit of the telescoping sensor for a short to voltage, a high resistance, or an open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 15Go to Step 11
8Test the signal circuit of the telescoping sensor for a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 15Go to Step 12
9Test the signal circuit of the telescoping sensor for a short to voltage, a high resistance, or an open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 15Go to Step 10
10Test the low reference circuit of the telescoping sensor for a high resistance or an open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 15Go to Step 12
11Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the telescoping sensor. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 15Go to Step 13
12Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the DPM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 15Go to Step 14
13Replace the telescoping sensor. Refer to cell-link!-67712. Did you complete the replacement?Go to Step 15
14Replace and setup the DPM. Refer to Control Module Setup (SCLCM Setup) . Did you complete the replacement and the setup?Go to Step 15
15Clear the DTCs with the scan tool. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text. Does DTC B2860 reset?Go to Step 2System OK

DTC B2860

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. 5: This step refers to the circuit with the MEM T&T 10A fuse.
  2. 7: This step refers to the circuit with the PWR T&T 30A fuse.
  3. 8: If either the tilt actuator or the telescope actuator displays Motor Current on the scan tool Data Display, as less than 0 amps and/or more than 10 amps in this step, go to the applicable chart for that actuator being inoperative.
  4. 9: This step refers to the circuit with the PWR T&T 30A fuse.
StepActionYesNo
Schematic Reference: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column Schematics Connector End View Reference: Steering Wheel and Column Connector End Views DEFINITION: This test applies to a tilt/telescoping steering column that has no movement at all.
1Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?Go to Step 2Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information
2Operate the Tilt/Telescope System. Does the Tilt/Telescope operate normally?Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor ConnectionsGo to Step 3
3Install a scan tool. Does the scan tool communicate with the memory seat module (MSM)?Go to Step 4Go to Step 5
4Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF. Observe the Telescope/Tilt Switch parameter in the Tilt/Telescope Module Data Display list while activating the tilt/telescoping manual switch from the Idle position to the Up, Down, In, and Out positions. Do the parameters change state as expected?Go to Step 7Go to Step 13
5Test the B+ voltage circuit of the memory seat module (MSM) for an open or short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 21Go to Step 6
6Test the ground circuit of the MSM for an open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 21Go to Step 20
7Test the fuse for an open. Is the fuse OK?Go to Step 8Go to Step 9
8Turn OFF the ignition. Disconnect the memory seat module (MSM) connector that contains both battery positive circuits and the ground circuit. Test the battery positive circuit for an open or a high resistance. Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 21Go to Step 15
9Turn OFF the ignition. Disconnect the memory seat module (MSM) connector that contains both battery positive circuits and the ground circuit. Test the battery positive circuit for a short to ground or an open. Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 21Go to Step 10
10Reconnect the memory seat module (MSM) connector that contains both battery positive circuits and the ground circuits. Disconnect both the tilt actuator and the telescoping actuator harness connectors from the MSM. Replace the fuse. Turn ignition ON. Using the tilt/telescoping steering column switch, operate the power tilt and telescoping to all positions. Did the fuse open again?Go to Step 20Go to Step 11
11Reconnect the tilt actuator harness connector. Using the power tilt/telescoping steering column switch, operate the power tilt and telescoping to all positions. Did the fuse open again?Go to Step 16Go to Step 12
12Reconnect the actuator harness connector telescope. Using the power tilt/telescoping steering column switch, operate the power tilt and telescoping to all positions. Did the fuse open again?Go to Step 17Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems
13Disconnect the tilt/telescope switch at the MSM. Test the switch ground at the MSM with a test lamp. Does the test lamp illuminate?Go to Step 14Go to Step 20
14Inspect for poor connections/terminal tension at the tilt/telescoping steering column switch. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 21Go to Step 18
15Inspect for poor connections/terminal tension at the harness connector of the memory seat module (MSM) connector that contains both battery positive circuits and the ground circuit. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 21Go to Step 20
16Inspect for a short to ground in the tilt actuator circuits. Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 21Go to Step 19
17Inspect for a short to ground in the telescoping actuator circuits. Did you find and correct the condition?Go to Step 21Go to Step 19
18Replace the tilt/telescoping steering column switch. Did you complete the replacement?Go to Step 21
19Replace the steering column actuator that caused the fuse to open. Refer to Telescope Actuator Assembly Replacement . Did you complete the replacement?Go to Step 21
20IMPORTANT: Perform the set up procedure for the MSM. Replace the MSM. Refer to Frame, Trim Cover, Heater, Pad, Blower, Power Adjuster Control Module Replacement - Front Seat Cushion in Seats.Did you complete the replacement?Go to Step 21
21Perform the steering column calibration. Refer to Telescoping Steering Column Calibration . Did you complete the action?Go to Step 22
22Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition?System OKGo to Step 2
IMPORTANT
Perform the set up procedure for the MSM.

Steering Column Tilt/Telescoping Inoperative

Tilt/Telescoping Switch Operation

The tilt/telescoping steering column has a 4-position switch which may be used to adjust the position of the steering wheel in or out which is telescope and up or down which is tilt. The position of the column may be changed as follows

  1. Press the switch up to tilt the column up.
  2. Press the switch down to tilt the column down.
  3. Press the switch forward and the column moves toward the front of the vehicle.
  4. Press the switch rearward and the column moves toward the rear of the vehicle.

The instrument panel module (IPM) receives inputs from the tilt/telescope switch to manually move the column to a desired position. Pressing the control switch sends an input to the IPM. The IPM receives an input and sends a GMLAN message to the driver position module (DPM) which actuates the corresponding column motor.

Tilt/Telescoping Description

The energy absorbing and locking steering column includes 3 important features in addition to the steering function.

  1. The steering column is energy absorbing and is designed to compress in a front-end collision which will lessen the chance of injury to the driver.
  2. The steering column has a tilt/telescoping control system that consists of a steering column power assembly with positioning motors and sensors, and a steering column control switch.
  3. The multi-function lever provides for the control of the headlamp high beams, and the windshield washer and wiper.