Need help my telescopic steering wheel won't work ...I looked up fuse directory in manual but it isn't listed..if I should check my fuse, which one? Any other ideas what this might be?

 

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Try this procedure - it often fixes the problem.

Telescoping Steering Column Calibration

Telescoping Soft Stops

After replacement of the seat control module, it is necessary to program the telescoping soft stops. Each soft stop is a programmable end of travel that is set approximately 1.3 cm (0.5 inch) from the mechanical end of travel. The steering column has a soft stop set at each end of the telescoping in/out movement. The system uses soft stops to prevent wear on the system by ensuring that the steering column movement stops before it reaches its mechanical end of travel in any direction. The soft stops are initially programmed at the factory. The stop positions may be reprogrammed, which is necessary any time the seat control module is replaced, as described in the following procedure.

Telescoping Soft Stop Programming Procedure

1] Turn ignition to ON, leaving the engine off.

2] To set the telescoping in soft stop, press the telescoping COLUMN IN switch at least eight times or until the column moves.

3] Press the telescoping COLUMN IN switch and hold the switch until the column travels all the way in, and continue to hold the switch about a second after motion stops at the mechanical end of travel. The soft stop for the column in position is now set. The seat control module automatically goes back to the normal mode of operation.

4] Repeat steps 2 and 3, using the COLUMN OUT switch, to set the column out position soft stop.

 

Okay, I'll show my ignorance! . . . Telescoping wheel? . . . Didn't know I had one! Is it on all C5's? Mine is a '98 vert. Where is the swtich?

Thanks!

 

I believe that was available as an option starting in the '99 MY. It is activated by pushing a switch on the right side of the lower steering colum trim panel just in fron of the steering wheel.

 

Another place to look is under the driver's seat. There is a blue electrical connector there that links the wheel to the seat module or something - mine got disconnected somehow. It's a bit of a struggle to get big hands under there to reconnect, but take a look.

Barry

 

Thanks! That's why I couldn't find it . . . It's not there. At least now I don't feel so stupid!

Thanks again for the info!

 

Ok, I've got a 2001 coupe, rebuilding it after a wreck (I bought it as an insurance rebuildable), and I'm finally getting it back up and running and diagnosing interior electrical problems.

My telescopic column does not work, and it appears to be in the fully retracted (in to dash) position. I tried moving the switch 6 times in both in and out directions, and I even counted moving the switch 20 times. NO luck, and the column didn't move.

I will be checking the underseat connections. However, the drivers seat does seem to move forward, back, up and down correctly.

What code numbers should I be looking for to diagnose my telescopic steering problem?

Any other suggestions as to what to try or what to start replacing (in what order should I try replacing parts, the switch, motor, actuator or what)?

I'm beginning to think that there may have been either MINOR vandalism while the car was in the insurance company's possession, OR that the insurance company let someone try and "swipe" a few pieces. Someone tried to remove the vanity mirrors on the visors, and it appears that someone at least TRIED to access the steering column (the cover by the winshield wiper switch is out of alignment), so I'm not sure what, if anything was done.

Any suggesstions are appreciated.

Bill.

 

My teclescopic wheel button doesn't work either, even after trying the soft stop programming procedure. Some time when I move the seat back, it does move the wheel in or out. I'm confused

-Rick

 

I've heard that it might work to hit the telescopic steering column motor w/ the handle of a screwdriver while pushing the telescopic steering button at the same time, and that this might "jar" the steering tele motor into working. (same principal as slamming door to get power window to work, I imagine).

Can someone tell me where exactly the telescopic motor is located in the steering column? Do you have to remove plastic panels, or if I get down on the floorboard, do I have access to hit the steering motor w/ the screwdriver handle? If someone will tell me about where the motor is located, and how to access it, I'll try this and see what happens.

Slamming the door and holding the window button worked for my drivers side window, and it might work here? Hopefully!!

Thanks, Bill.

 

The module that controls the steering column extension is mounted in the driver's seat. If the seat is removed, or the plugs underneath disconnected, it will not work. Also, if the seat control module is hosed, likewise the same.

 

see a thread i created earlier this year with a few tips.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1029491

 

Hello Patches. I tried your fix and it WORKED. I've been without my telescoping wheel for years. Thank you so much !!!