I took my car down to GM today and they told me that the Steering Wheel Rotation sensor is bad. If so would that cause my car to read Service vehicle soon/Service active handling. would this problem also not allow me to turn on my competitive driving. If this is all the case can someone send me a diagram as to where this sensor is located and how I can go about replacing this myself. I feel like GM is trying to rape me for $513.43 to replace this sensor.

 

This sensor is a pain in the a$$ to replace. you have to pull the column out to get at it. $513 sounds about right.
Check out this link to see whats intailed
http://www.ddisoftware.com/c5-procs/

 

If you mean the steering wheel position sensor, before you replace it, do the diagnostic outlined in the service manual. Determine if an output DC voltage is produced from turn to turn. Might save you major $$$.

Just check your MY's service manual for the diagnostic procedure. If you don't have access to the volt meter, Auto Zone or Advanced Auto might let you use one in their parking lot. Doesn't take more than 5 minutes to do.

HTH

 

Stealership told me the same thing so I read up on it and checked voltage. Sure enough the voltage just sort of jumped around and would not give me reading I was looking for. I ordered one from Fred Beans and installed it. Now I get ...... the same readings as before and am left with trying to figure out what feeds the thing.
The install was a bit of a pain, but not all that bad.

 

Here is the procedure to replace the part. It looks pretty involved. The $513.00 does not sound too bad.


Steering Wheel Position Sensor or Steering Shaft Lower Bearing Replacement
Removal Procedure




Caution: This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following conditions:

• Air bag deployment

• Personal injury

• Unnecessary SIR system repairs

In order to avoid the above conditions, observe the following guidelines:
• Refer to SIR Component Views in order to determine if you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring.

• If you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.


Disable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Disabling the SIR System
Remove the steering column from the vehicle. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .
Remove the following from the steering shaft:
Steering shaft seal (4)
Sensor retainer (3)
Steering wheel position sensor (2), refer to Steering Wheel Position Sensor Centering .
Adapter and bearing assembly (1)
Installation Procedure




Install the following to the steering shaft:
adapter and bearing assembly (1)
Important: The steering shaft assembly must be rotated to the 12 o'clock position.


Sensor assembly (2), refer to Steering Wheel Position Sensor Centering .
Sensor retainer (3)
Steering shaft seal (4)
Install the steering column to the vehicle. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .
Enable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.


Steering Column Replacement
Removal Procedure

Tools Required
J 42640 Steering Column Lock Pin

Important: If the steering column connectors are disconnected with the ignition in the ON position, the BCM will enter a fail enable mode and prevent steering column lock operation. The PCM will also inhibit vehicle motion by disabling fuel. To clear the BCM fail enable mode, disconnect the BCM fuse #25 for 15 seconds.






Turn the steering wheel far enough to the left to gain access to the upper coupling bolt.
Remove the upper coupling bolt.
Turn the steering wheel back to the right until the wheels are in a straight ahead position and then lock the steering column.
Install J 42640 to the steering column.
Remove the steering wheel inflator module from the steering wheel. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in SIR.



Remove the driver knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Knee Bolster in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
Remove the driver knee bolster bracket. Refer to Bracket Replacement - Knee Bolster in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
Disconnect the electrical connectors from the instrument panel wiring harness.



Remove the nuts from lower steering column support plate (1).



Remove the upper steering column bracket nuts from the upper reinforcement assembly (3).
Slide the steering column (2) off of the intermediate shaft.
Remove the steering column (2) from the vehicle. Rotate the steering column clockwise as the bottom of the steering column reaches the reinforcement assembly. This will allow the telescoping steering column motor and the steering wheel position sensor room to clear the instrument panel brace.
Installation Procedure




Position the steering column assembly (2) into the vehicle and insert the lower steering shaft assembly into the upper coupling of the intermediate shaft.
Install the cross car locating bushing (1) on the right hand mounting stud.
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

Install the upper steering column bracket nuts to the upper reinforcement assembly (3).

Tighten
Tighten the upper steering column bracket nuts to 24 N·m (17 lb ft).





Install the lower steering column support plate (1) nuts.

Tighten
Tighten the lower steering column support plate nuts to 24 N·m (17 lb ft).

Turn the steering wheel far enough to the left to gain access to the upper coupling of the intermediate shaft.



Install the upper coupling bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the upper coupling bolt to 48 N·m (35 lb ft).

Connect all the electrical connectors (except the SIR) to the instrument panel wiring harness.
Remove J 42640 from the steering column.



Install the driver knee bolster bracket (1). Refer to Bracket Replacement - Knee Bolster in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
Install the driver knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Knee Bolster in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
Install the steering wheel inflator module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in SIR.
Perform the SIR Diagnostic System Check. Refer to A Diagnostic System Check - SIR in SIR.
Perform the SWPS plausibility test. Refer to Steering Wheel Position Sensor Plausibility Test in ABS Brakes


Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement
Removal Procedure
Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System .



Remove the screws (4) retaining the inflatable restraint steering wheel module (3) to the steering wheel.
Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module (3) from the steering wheel.
Disconnect the connector position assurance (1) from the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil electrical connector (2).
Disconnect the electrical connector (2) from the back of the inflatable restraint steering wheel module (3).
Disconnect the horn wiring harness (6) from the steering column.
Disconnect the ground wire (5) from the steering column.
Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module (3) from the vehicle.
Fully deploy the module before disposal. If the module was replaced under warranty, fully deploy and dispose of the module after the required retention period. Refer to Inflator Module Handling, Shipping, and Scrapping .
Installation Procedure




Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

Install the inflatable restraint steering wheel module retaining screws (2) into module.

Tighten
Tighten the retaining screws to 6 N·m (54 lb in).





Connect the ground wire (5) to the steering column.
Connect the horn wiring harness (6) to the steering column.
Connect the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil electrical connector (2) to the back of the inflatable restraint steering wheel module (3).
Install the connector position assurance (1) to the electrical connector (2).
Install the inflatable restraint steering wheel module (3) onto the steering wheel by pushing on both the right and left sides of the module until the retaining screws snap into place.
Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System .

 

Well, i just got back from the Stealership about 20mins ago.

They ran the tech2 on my 02 Z06, and the corvette tech is 100% positive to replace the steering position sensor (SPS).

Umm.. the price you got is rape dude. I live in montreal, Canada.. to replace the sensor itself is $120 CAD and 2.3 hours labor... total cost is $300 CAD ...which is about $250US.

It should be cheaper for you in the US, the part is like $50 for you lucky guys, and it should not take more than 2.5hours labour.


I am now calling it a dealership from now on.

part is on order, and doing the replacement next week.

 

I am getting the same DIC: "service car soon/service active handling"

Plus my YELLOW dash light (showing AH off) comes on. It will go off as soon as I clear the code....which is: C1287 Steering Sensor Rate Malfunction

This definately sounds like a dealership job


DH

 

As far as price goes, there is no way the part is cheaper than $120. The actual GM straight net cost is $134.02. At straight cost for the part and $100/ hour labor the total will be AT LEAST $334.00. That is if they are willing to sell you the part for cost.

 

Hey, I am not going to argue with you here but check out

www.gmpartsdirect.com

punch in the sensor part number 88965543 , it comes out to $36 plus $10 shipping... its under $50 for you guys in the US. I wish i could order parts from them, but I don't have a US credit card.

 

Well out here in gold ol boy Jacksonville NC, they wanted to charge me 281.00 just for the sensor and another 232.00 to install it. me getting the sensor at dealer price around here still cost me 169.00. Like I said this military town really, really stinks. they are not here to support their Marines.

 

This is the sensor that they say needs replacement. GM26058286
Can someone tell me how many different sensors are on this thing. cause this sensor at parts direct is 139.38 and GM list price of 235.13

 

hmm.. u have a different part number than mine. From your username, i assume you have a 99? Its not the same sensor as in the 01+

i believe your sensor has 6 wires.. mine has 4 wires...

http://gamarco.com/z06/sps2.jpg

 

When I researched this before buying mine from Fred Beans, I was advised to give them my VIN to be sure I got the correct one

 

Yes Mine is a 99 and I do believe it is 6 wires. Imagine that 2 more wires increases the price over 100.

 

Don't forget to add about $30 for shipping from Parts Direct

 

I just had the dealership that I bought the car from get it for at dealer discount. originally 281 from the Chevy dealership, and the dealership I bought it from got it to me for 169. So I guess I faired out, now I just need to find someone to put it in since I don't wanna deploy my airbags