Installation Procedure

2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer ACTIV, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure
  1. GM5282699Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Steering Column (1) @ Vehicle - Install

  2. GM5282698Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Steering Column Lower Support Bracket Bolt (1) - Hand tighten [2x]

  3. GM5282692Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Electrical Connector (1) - Connect [2x]

  4. Swing up the steering column to the correct position.
  5. GM5282691Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Steering Column Nut (1) - Install and tighten [2x] 22 N.m (16 lb ft)

  6. GM5282690Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Steering Column Lower Support Bracket Bolt (1) - Tighten [2x] 22 N.m (16 lb ft)

  7. Intermediate Steering Shaft @ Vehicle - Install - Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement 
  8. GM5446242Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Instrument Panel Lower Airbag Bracket (2) - Install

  9. Instrument Panel Lower Airbag Bracket Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] 9 N.m (80 lb in)
  10. GM5446241Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Instrument Panel Lower Airbag - Driver Side (1) - Install - Instrument Panel Lower Airbag Replacement - Driver Side

  11. GM5282688Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Instrument Panel Knee Bolster (1) - Install - Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Replacement

  12. Steering Column Control Module - Install - Steering Column Control Module Replacement 
  13. Steering Wheel - Install - Steering Wheel Replacement 
  14. Steering Wheel Airbag - Install - Steering Wheel Airbag Replacement
  15. Enable the SIR System. SIR Disabling and Enabling
  16. Program the electronic power steering control module. Control Module References
  17. Calibrate the steering angle sensor. Steering Wheel Angle Sensor Centering
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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.