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SG_1971

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I have a 97 Tahoe LS (4WD) that darts when going around a curve. I've checked the tie rods ball joints etc. (replaced the upper left ball joint) parts are worn some but not excessive.
 

bigchevyftw

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its the steering postion speed sensor under the dash.

it causes erratic steering when turning the wheel almost like bumbsteer or hitting a patch of ice 100% sure its your issue as there is tons of information on this very issue.


GM Part number: 26064468

Instructions:





This job takes about 15 minute.
Tools Needed:
15mm box wrench or socket & ratchet handle, small flat screwdriver, flashlight or trouble light.

1. Find the bottom of the steering column inside the truck, it's about 6" or so aft of the firewall. Ahead of the column, you'll see the steering shaft with a bolt and nut through a clamp.

2. Start the truck, and turn the wheel so that the nut points to about 5 o'clock.

3. Stop the truck, and disconnect the negative battery cable.

4. With the wrench or socket, loosen and remove the nut and bolt from the steering shaft clamp.

5. Slide the shaft forward far enough to get about an inch or so of free space at the end of the shaft.

6. Looking at the bottom of the column, you'll see a plastic ring about 1/4" thick. It could be black, tan, or blue in color. That's the EVO sensor.

7. Move your hand up to the top of the column, you'll feel the EVO wire harness as it runs along the top of the column. Move back about 4 inches or so until you feel the connector. The harness and connector are wrapped in foam tape, so pull enough of it away until you can see both sides of the connector. With your small screwdriver, gently move the connector lock until you can unmate the connector by pulling on the sensor side of the harness.

8. Pull the sensor from the bottom of the column. You might need to use your screwdriver in the seam between the sensor and steering column to get it started.

9. Replacement is the reverse (of course) of removal. When you replace the sensor, note that it is keyed and has to enter the column with the wiring harness on top.
 
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