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C1186: C1186: Steering Column Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction

on 2020 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500 PICKUP

Fix Cost
$100 - $300
Parts & Labor
Difficulty
3/5
1-2 hours
DIY Possible?
❌ No
Pro recommended
Your Vehicle
2020 Chevrolet
SILVERADO 1500 PICKUP
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📖 What Does C1186 Mean on 2020 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500 PICKUP?

The C1186 code indicates a problem with the steering column position sensor circuit, which helps the vehicle's computer determine the steering wheel's position and angle.
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Symptoms

  • • Steering wheel feels loose or unresponsive
  • • difficulty turning the wheel
  • • or the vehicle may pull to one side.
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Common Causes

  • • Faulty steering column position sensor
  • • wiring issues
  • • or a problem with the sensor's electrical connection.
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How to Fix C1186 on 2020 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500 PICKUP

1. Disconnect the battery to reset the computer. 2. Check and clean the sensor's electrical connection. 3. Replace the steering column position sensor if faulty.

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Related Diagnostic Codes

Other codes that may appear with C1186

C1184 Sequential Code

C1184: Brake System Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction

Medium
C1185 Sequential Code

C1185: Suspension Damper or Mount Fault

Medium
C1187 Sequential Code

C1187: Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Malfunction

Medium
C1188 Sequential Code

C1188: Traction Control Malfunction

Medium

💡 Why These Codes Are Related:

  • • Similar Issues: Same root cause or component failure
  • • Related Problems: Often occur together due to system interactions
  • • Sequential Codes: Progressive failure stages or multiple sensors
  • • Same System: Components within the same automotive system