Steering Control Module: Service and Repair

Variable Assist Power Steering (VAPS) Module

Removal and Installation

CAUTION: Electronic modules are sensitive to static electrical charges. If exposed to these charges, damage may result.

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Battery.
2. Pull out the lower instrument panel insulator.
1 Remove the pushpins.
2 Pull out the lower instrument panel insulator.





3. Remove the lower instrument panel insulator.
1 Disconnect the power point.
2 Disconnect the courtesy lamp.
3 Remove the lower instrument panel insulator.





4. Remove the VAPS module.
1 Remove the screws.
2 Disconnect the electrical connectors.
3 Remove the module.
5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.