Hummer H2. Manual - part 2148

Fig. 20: Measuring Distance From Lower Edge Of Upper Jacket To Defined Point On Lower 
Jacket 
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Inspect for jacket assembly collapse by measuring the distance from the lower edge of the upper jacket to 
a defined point on the lower jacket. Replace the jacket assembly if the measured dimensions are not 
within specifications. 

 

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2004 STEERING Steering Wheel and Column - Hummer H2

  

Fig. 21: Inspecting For Tab Breakage On Bearing & Adapter Assembly 
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Inspect for tab (1) breakage on the bearing and adapter assembly. 

 

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Fig. 22: Inspecting Steering Shaft For Sheared Injected Plastic 
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Visually inspect the steering shaft for sheared injected plastic (1). If the steering shaft shows sheared 
plastic, replace the steering shaft.  

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Any frame damage that could cause a bent steering shaft must have the steering shaft runout checked. 
Using a dial indicator at the lower end of the steering shaft, rotate the steering wheel. The runout must not 
exceed 1.60 mm (0.06 in).  

STEERING COLUMN TRIM COVERS REPLACEMENT 

Removal Procedure 

 

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2004 STEERING Steering Wheel and Column - Hummer H2

  

Fig. 23: Closeout Trim Cover & Upper Trim Cover 
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1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 in SIR.  

2. Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .  

3. Remove the tilt lever. Refer to Tilt Lever Replacement . 

4. Disengage the closeout trim cover (2) from the upper trim cover (1) in the following order: 

1. Stand in front of the column from the drivers point of view.  

2. On the left side, gently pull downwards on the left side of the closeout trim cover to loosen 1 snap. 

Do NOT fully remove the closeout trim cover.  

3. On the right side, gently pull downwards on the right side of the closeout trim cover to loosen 1 

snap. Do NOT fully remove the closeout trim cover.  

4. Starting from the left side of the trim covers, gently roll the closeout trim cover to the right to 

CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution in Cautions and Notices.

NOTE:

Remove the closeout trim cover following the exact procedure listed below 
in order not to damage the snaps on the upper trim cover.

 

2004 Hummer H2 

2004 STEERING Steering Wheel and Column - Hummer H2