Gm Steering Wheel Position Sensor Replacement (Tips and Tricks)

In this video i show the steps and procedures necessary to replace the steering wheel position sensor on a GM truck or SUV. The truck I’m working on in this video is a 2010 Chevrolet Suburban 4wd with the 5.3 motor. However all trucks and SUVs including Silverado, Sierra, Tahoe, Yukon, suburban, and Cadillac Escalade or share this exact sensor and the procedures will the exact same. 2007 through 2014. Make sure to check out the links below for the correct part for your application. If you have any questions or comments feel free to leave something in the comment section. Thank you for watching
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8 Pin Steering wheel postiton sensor (most common option)
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[@hustlesmith]

Great video. Well explained and shot. A few noteable things not included in video. 1 The steering assembly/wheel will be completely free and it will help to have your seat moved forward enough to rest the wheel on while working. 2 Disconnect the plastic floor air tube and move it out of your way. 3 There is a black plastic cover on the original sensor that has 3 points that have to be popped to remove it from the sensor. Dont forget to put it back on the new sensor once you install it. 4 The 2 black metal spacers are for the back 2 mounting studs. There are none on the front 2 studs.

[@drifter233]

Some techs joke around about being KZbin certified, but man... there really is some helpful stuff on here.

[@hoovecat315]

Best how to video on KZbin! I watch a lot of videos, usually there is 20 minutes of talking, stuff that's not relevant to the repair. This video is straight to the point with clear explanations and edited perfectly with no time wasted.

[@Todoterreno_4x4]

Four years later this video is of great help to me. I thank you very much for the information. Awesome video..

[@DRAGONMONKEY0310]

Thanks to this video I was able to replace that sensor myself, the video had all the information that you need plus very easy to follow step by step instructions, seen other videos about this same issue and they forget to tell to tape the steering wheel and disconnect your battery, this guy in my humble opinion did and outstanding video, thanks so much.

[@povertyvoyager]

How much does it cost to do this on a dealership? Or an average mechanic?

[@americanpatriot2999]

$250 to $350 and a trip to wai-ki-ki!😮

[@maxscriptguru]

Cost is now $575 to have a dealer do it

[@Mike-vi9do]

Boss made me do his Escalade . the toughest part of the job is being 63 and having to lay on your back or your side trying to work under the dash. Saw this video, and it helped tremendously. great verbal instructions, and good camera shots made the job almost easy. Thanks.

[@supersport8186]

Finally got that annoying traction control light to turn off on my Tahoe. Thanks for the video

[@TopGarageTV]

Audio and video quality is excellent. Most viewers appreciate it, but don't know what it takes to set up to make a great video like this.

[@dougzupan5708]

Probably the best "Automotive How to Repair" video I've seen. Concise, complete, and to the point with the just right amount of detail. Replaced the steering sensor on my Tahoe today. Thank you!

[@mattwaste5590]

Thanks man. You just saved me hundreds of dollars. Been driving my truck like this over a year, fixed it today!

[@Bootstrahps]

Thanks for taking the time to make this dude! Gonna repair my parents Yukon this afternoon and this is a god send!

[@thomastrammell2418]

Just did this repair in an hour flat after watching this video(twice). Well done and thank you! Only note I would add is that the warnings didn't clear immediately, had to drive it a short distance.So don't panic if they are still there when you first start after the repair.

[@lazarohernandez6217]

Thomas Trammell what would be a short time?? I’m panicking lol. It’s been about 3 miles and an hour or so of driving and nothing has changed.

[@adamdomonski1619]

@@lazarohernandez6217 oil pressure light would be on?

[@markherring3513]

Drove mine around the block..error light still there.

[@deankay4434]

@@lazarohernandez6217 Codes for Body are cleared after key cycles, on/test/passes/key off. The BCM monitors sensors, relays and all the components it controls. It take up to three minutes, then key off. DK, ASE master tech since 78

[@onejedi21]

The video helped immensely. I replaced the sensor on my 2012 Silverado last night. I was able to access the plate with torx 25 bits from the top using a specialized tiny ratchet. The tape didn’t hold my wheel. However, I didn’t break the clock spring by being conscious of movements. On a pain in the neck scale, I rate this an 8! I will hire it out if this ever happens again. Thank you for your video! Even though the Silverado had minor differences.

[@rmanny75]

I dont hardly ever leave reviews or comments, but I got to thank you brother. After ordering the part and having it there for 2 weeks I decided to change it myself and it fixed my service traction control light on my 2012 silverado I dont know hoe much but you saved me alot of money with this video thanks again from a new subscriber

[@billyherring1916]

Thank you for making this video! 2013 suburban here & I’ve had those stupid dash lights on intermittently for almost two years. Scary & intense fix for a novice but honestly couldn’t have been easier thanks to the video

[@DonelsonC]

Excellent video. Did it myself. I used a dorman, working so far. Took 1/2 hour.

[@JoshTaylor-lu9od]

Fixed my 14 tahoe with the same issue, also fixed my tire pressure warning along the way somehow, thank you for your video man and not bullshiting around done in 1hr with a few good tools

[@joshhanby]

Great video, camera work, and advice! Been look at replacing mine on a 2013 Tahoe and finally braved it up. Saved me $531 from what the dealership was going to charge. There were very few videos on this and this summed it up nicely. Thankful for the video!

[@AaronHinesAuto]

Glad this helped!!

[@cbowjr1]

​@@AaronHinesAuto Please help. As I went to retrieve the replacement sensor, ( it's been in the glove box awhile) I noticed the spring had come up. I rotated the center some and popped it back in. Will this be ok or 8s there a possibility everything is completely out of whack? Thank you.

[@Meddicine_Moneymobb]

@@AaronHinesAuto do you have to calibrate the sensor

[@tyjeppsen]

Used this as reference, Got it done about 1 hours, great video!

[@bw3388]

Thanks for this video. Concise and accurate. Just completed the replacement on a 2012 Silverado. Job isn't too bad, worst part is awkwardness of body positions to get at things. Took about 2 hours and a few 4 letter words, but it's done. Be prepared to have a plethora of socket extensions to get the right lengths to get access/clearance to do work.

[@bubbaseth1]

Thanks! You helped me change out a bad one on my wife's 2011 Suburban. Your video saved me a lot of money

[@cthree757]

2012 Avalanche thank you for the help it made this job so much easier.

[@hectormiranda3646]

I love these types of educational DIY videos especially when they are well made and to the point. GREAT JOB really appreciate it.

[@trainingwheels1408]

I agree. IMO, this is the best use of KZbin. Actually seeing the steps involved in a process really enables DIY owners to complete the process successfully. Thanks for this excellent video.

[@samuelstout4189]

I followed your step by step video for my 2011Chevrolet Silverado 1500 . 👍👏

[@IH8Too]

Thank you so much spent last year going to dealers only to be told part discontinued. Your video gave me the part and I was able to install next day THANK YOU!!!

[@andyitslit]

Thanks for the video man! Just did it this morning following along, glad to have no more warnings on startup.

[@rogerwalker9331]

Great vid. I did not feel comfortable in this type of repair. I saw this step by step and WHAT a blessing. You were right on with helping with this repair. Save me $$$$$. THANK YOU

[@cliffright1142]

Great Video Aaron! Thanks for helping eliminating a most annoying fault.

[@denniskaminski9622]

Yes sir thank you I’m doing mine tomorrow I’ll let you know how it turns out lol thank you brother your a blessing 🙏🏻

[@therealbadbob2201]

No lead in bullshit, very complete video this is a great tutorial. Thank you.

[@oscar712011]

Thanks for all the information and details,

[@darthkaram1]

Thanks for making this video!!! With your help I was able to do this job in 45 minutes.

[@chriskarras4548]

Great Video. I just replaced mine today with no issues. Thank you!!!

[@richard1835]

You did a great job putting that sensor in. Great video and camera work. Thank you

[@jeffhearen3849]

Dude!! This job was a pain in the ass but my son and I got it done thanks to you!!! Thanks for your help!!

[@AaronHinesAuto]

Glad to hear! Thank you!

[@deanow3631]

Yeah, agree. The camera angle made it look easy.

[@blaiwayw1]

I will be replacing this sensor on my 2012 Corvette, and this has been useful. Well done on the video. I will have to have a Tech II to adjust the sensor, to zero, because it won’t have a pin.

[@betoagarcia23]

Hey man thank for the video very detailed, I just replaced mine during work hours. Didn’t took me long.

[@davepatrick81]

Thanks a lot for putting this video together. I was just able to complete this repair myself using this and saved myself a few hundred dollars. Thanks again!!!

[@alexescobar5707]

Camera angle/illumination wise, is the best video related to this issue. Thanks a lot brother.

[@sebastianlambert1236]

As a fellow tech. I thank you good sir saved me alot of hassle

[@67strja1]

well done, watched video and it took me a hour it was like i done it before ,thanks so much for video

[@dustinferrar1843]

Fixed my Yukon today with this video ty

[@gpatriotpatrick6146]

Very well done man! I banged this out in less than an hour with your help 👍👍👍

[@chaseholyoak5218]

I just want to say thank you for this. I've been dreading doing this for the past month because of another video I watched. After seeing yours I decided to tackle it and it was actually really straight forward. THANKS!

[@AaronHinesAuto]

That’s awesome man! Glad to help!

[@delmashunt4275]

@@AaronHinesAuto could you send me a link or tell me where to grr we t the sensor cheap at thanks

[@MrMK211516]

Right to the point without annoying intro. Like for you.

[@tclechner]

Thank you for this video. It is the best how to for this. I replaced it in my 2012 sierra 1500 no issues. Tip for keeping tying spacers in place, use a little strip of duct tape the keep them in place while moving the steering column into place.

[@darrylconley7669]

Great video, very informative! Took me about an hour in my driveway! Finally did this back burner project because of this video showing how to do it without removing the entire column. Thanks!

[@dariusturner4632]

Where did you find the part?

[@darrylconley7669]

@@dariusturner4632 rock auto

[@ronxx3695]

You are a gentleman and a scholar. Thank you sir

[@darrenrem2999]

Great video ..clear ..no annoying background music great instructions.ty.

[@mxfern854]

Amazing video and explanation, thanks!!!

[@lmannyr1]

This guide helped with my 2012 GMC Yukon Denali XL. Thank you.

[@hughmungus2466]

Thank you sir. This video is informative and straight to the point. It really helped out.

[@shortychristiansen6562]

Clear and to the point nicely done.

[@paulgarcia9162]

Thank you this worked perfectly for my 2012 gmc Yukon xl saved me a lot of money

[@blackpooltruckparts2285]

Thank you for info on spring was really helpful !

[@vincemussurici6878]

You are the man. Saved me so much time. Thank you! Keep up the good work!

[@jesusyeshuaelelyonelshadai6295]

God bless everything you do in life you saved me a huge headache

[@BlueJ502]

Thank you! I needed this for work.

[@Ja-chevy]

Excellent video! Thank you for sharing this and your work!!

[@bamlbc4321]

Just competed the task thanks for the detailed video

[@dwaynebodzenta7994]

Aaron Great video. Had to replace mine in my 2014 tahoe. Of course you made it look easy. Took me 2.5 hours to do this. Just hard getting tools in there and be able to see where the bolts are located. Glad Im not a mechanic. I appreciate you indicating the tools needed for the job when you started the video. Reading the clip below from josh hanby, dealership wants $500 + for this job. glad I toughed it out. Reading Thomas below I had the same issue, I just cleared out the error codes with my scanner and the Stabilitrack light never came back on. Job completed. A++++++++

[@123kamakaziman]

You really saved me bro! Thank you so much for your help and expertise took me longer than the video thats forsure but I really appreciate the help!

[@calltechbpo1]

First of all i am very thankful to uploader i saved almost $600. I had same error, checked with meter and got same error code. I ordered the sensor and changed it. My Truck is 100% fine :-)

[@AaronHinesAuto]

Glad to hear!! That’s a good feeling

[@davemccready5103]

Just wanted to say thanks mr awesome video! Just did my 2011 2500hd.

[@ericshapiro7584]

Worked perfectly on my 2012 avalanche. Finding the new/original AC Delco part may be difficult online these days. GM actually has a bulletin to try and "secure the sensor with foam tape" 😭 After countless stabilitrak problems that I thought were linked to heat and or tire pressure I finally scanned the stabilitrak code... The job only took about an hour and a half thanks to the video. I was pulling my hair out trying to fix... just drove truck 45 mins and no stabilitrak problems. Thank you!!!!!

[@GT-ONE]

Hi, after 2 years, do you remember if you recalibrated or you just replaced the part ? Thx

[@josearetana6645]

Thank you for the video,very helpful, save some money, very easy!!!!

[@walkerderek6]

Thank you for making this video duramax Denali has a few subtle differences but this video helped immensely.

[@rubens2849]

Just what I needed. Thanks!

[@AaronHinesAuto]

you bet!

[@fixtritephil7712]

Always a good idea to disconnect the negative cable first to avoid arching if any load is on the battery.Great tutorial on a common GM problem!!!1

[@roseoleal2551]

Exactly… I for some reason get so annoyed when I see people remove the positive cable instead of the negative

[@Watchout1010]

Good info-leaves the column in!!

[@kesners4846]

Thanks for the video! Nice and easy

[@douglascorbridge3141]

Thanks for the great instruction. Appreciate it.

[@EKDannyH2B]

I did everything you did but wish I would of watched your video before I did mine. Well explained an you show the steps

[@sergeylakham874]

Thank you for the video! I was able to do the job in less than 1.5 hours. Loved your video it was very clear. Just make sure to loosen and remove the bottom bolt first. Also I was able to remove the torx 25 screws from the top easily. Overall great video and I recommend to find somebody to help you hold the steering wheel.

[@bigserg2669]

Good instructions appreciate the help this was exactly what was wrong with mine no more stability track light showing on the dash as well. Not too difficult more time consuming, would help to have a extra hand for sure to lift the steering wheel while you’re putting the back up the bolts back in with the two washers

[@seancunningham4575]

Wow thanks man awesome information. Very nice on showing every detail and walking through everything like you did. Very nice and worked just as you did it. Thanks very much!

[@platinumws6]

Thank you for this as it helped me a lot and fixed the issue!

[@stephansnydstrup6642]

Thanks brother, great video. Help me get mine knocked out. For those of you that have one that comes on that does not set a code, comes on only after the cab heats up. It’s the steering wheel position sensor.

[@45AMT]

Very well done video! Thanks so much for making it!

[@antuanla1519]

Great video! Took me a solid hour JUST to take the sensor out on a 2012 GMC Yukon Hybrid Denali. When I started the job, I've noticed that my GMC had some extra accessories laying around and in the way...not sure because it's the Hybrid or what. And it appeared that everything was further down (deeper) and way harder to get to. Now, the more challenging part, putting everything back together lol.

[@crites57]

Thanks! Just replaced mine and no more telltales! Also replaced two up stream O2 sensors last week. Now I'm driving an almost new truck. lol My 2013 Chevy Silverado did have a black cover over the position sensor with three clips. I had to lift the tabs on the three clips and pull it off before I could slide the position sensor off.

[@blitzgreg99]

Fixed mine today, thanks man

[@nickritorto9223]

Great video thank you for a complete how to video. A new fan

[@user-by3uh1ri6q]

Great illustration

[@jameschupp2230]

Thank you very much for your video, your video was the best video on this sensor replacement!! Detailed enough for even me to do it! Subbed and liked!

[@keithexum7312]

Awesome! Thank you very much!

[@terryeffinp]

Thanks for sharing, I just diagnosed my truck with a bad SAS. It only acts up in hot weather, Tech2 was not very helpful in troubleshooting. it would only monitor the position sensor and the phase c output of the sensor. I had to use an oscilloscope to figure it out. I guess I will just add this to the list of things to do when I service my truck next time.

[@THESLOTTOMAN]

Great video man keep up the good work

[@angmed6582]

Awesome vid got it done 👊🏻 on my 2010 escalade

[@josem1371]

Thanks a million, I just finished changing mine on my 07 Denali XL and followed your every step. Thanks for the detailed video, it made everything go super smooth.

[@darthhemi1735]

did you use his part number? and it worked? or a different part?

[@josem1371]

@@darthhemi1735 his part number, it worked like a charm!

[@curtisbrown9287]

Amazing thanks for help solving my problem

[@beverlylewis2112]

Thank you, awesome video mate. You the man.

[@AaronHinesAuto]

Thank you so much!

[@hunterhulik8943]

video helped so much thank you!!

[@Gtown1981]

This looks like the correct way to replace the steering shaft bearing. Thanks

[@johnbecker8768]

Very helpful. Thank you!

[@greeneman99710]

Great Video, Thank you

[@labratninja204]

Thanks for making a pain in the butt repair a lot easier👍👍

[@AaronHinesAuto]

U bet buddy!

[@ELMACHETERO.40]

great video buddy helpful

[@saulsanchez528]

Best video I've seen for this issue! Got a sub from me for sure 👍

[@JohnnysSpeedShop]

Nice work mate.....nice tip on that bracket removal...