how to remove the steering wheel?
this is how you fix a steering column but it will suffice for your needs
https://ls1tech.com/forums/general-m...mn-repair.html
https://ls1tech.com/forums/general-m...mn-repair.html
Steering wheel pullers are about $25 at your local supply store, and some allow you to use and return them when you are done. The link in the previous post is excellent, and please take note of the airbag precautions. Below is a simple summary of all you will need to do of the process in that steering column link just so you will feel like you can do this, assuming you ignore his recommendation of letting a pro handle the airbag.
Use the Torx 30 from the back and loosen the two screws holding the airbag. Once removed, pull the yellow connector from the back of the airbag, do not open the connector, remove the entire plug pulling straight away from the surface. Then use a smaller Torx and remove the horn contacts on either side of the center and place them and their screws in a baggie. Loosen the nut in the center of the wheel and remove, then use the wheel puller per instructions that should be included.
When it is time to replace, just reverse, and be sure to refer to your phone pic to position the wheel on the same spline as before or you will be doing this all over again.
Always treat an airbag like a loaded gun.
Use the Torx 30 from the back and loosen the two screws holding the airbag. Once removed, pull the yellow connector from the back of the airbag, do not open the connector, remove the entire plug pulling straight away from the surface. Then use a smaller Torx and remove the horn contacts on either side of the center and place them and their screws in a baggie. Loosen the nut in the center of the wheel and remove, then use the wheel puller per instructions that should be included.
When it is time to replace, just reverse, and be sure to refer to your phone pic to position the wheel on the same spline as before or you will be doing this all over again.
Always treat an airbag like a loaded gun.
Last edited by Raleigh TA; May 29, 2012 at 08:58 PM.
