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Steering Column Lock Control Module Replacement (Chevrolet)

Fig 1: Steering Column Lock Control Module (Trax)
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Callout Component Name

Preliminary Procedure

  1. If equipped, deactivate the steering column lock control module using the following procedure:
    1. With foot OFF the brake pedal and the shift lever in the PARK position, press the ignition and start switch once. This will place the ignition system in the ACCESSORY mode and unlock the steering column for 5 minutes.
    2. Turn the steering wheel to verify the steering column is NOT locked.
    3. Remove the fuse for the steering column lock control module. The fuse is found in the instrument panel fuse block and is labeled ESCL. Refer to Electrical Center Identification Views (Chevrolet)
    4. With foot OFF the brake pedal and the shift lever in the PARK position, press the ignition and start switch once. This will place the ignition system in the OFF mode and leave the steering column unlocked as long as the electrical connectors are disconnected.
  2. Remove Steering Column Lower Trim Cover. Refer to Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Replacement (Chevrolet, With BTM) Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Replacement (Chevrolet, Without BTM) 
1 Steering Column Lock Control Module Bolt - Rear (Qty: 2)
CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .


Tighten 
14.5 N.m (11 lb ft)
2 Steering Column Lock Control Module Bolt - Side (Qty: 2)
Tighten 
9 N.m (80 lb in)
3 Steering Column Lock Control Module
Procedure 
Program the steering column lock control module. Refer to Control Module References