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Old 11-14-2007, 07:28 PM
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Default NEED DIY for Removal of Steering Wheel!!

Can I get some help here please? thanks
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Old 11-14-2007, 11:10 PM
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First, make sure the steering wheel is straight.
Second, it is recommended to disconnect the battery because of the airbag.
Third, you will need a T-30 torx socket with at least three inches in length to remove the two bolts on both sides. I say "torx socket" because you will probably not be able to remove and tighten the bolts enough with a torx screw driver.
BTW, those bolts will not fall out, they are held in by plastic tabs even when they are loose.
Fourth, remove the connector for the airbag.
Fifth, get a 19mm socket (I am pretty sure it's a 19, if not try a 17) and loosen the bolt but don't remove it all the way. Now you will need to wiggle the steering wheel back and forth with your body weight to loosen the bolt from the steering column. Just keep pulling on that ho till it comes loose, you'll get it.

Good luck!
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Old 11-17-2007, 08:13 PM
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alright cool sounds like any other steering wheel just wanted to make sure before i get knee deep into it and find out i dont have somthing or what not. Thanks for the quick answer. I will post up pics later this week of my car when i get the new hub and wheel installed. Also pics of my pretty new rh j5's =D
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It is really quite easy once you get started. I was nervous about swapping my wheel but it was pretty easy. Good luck!
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Old 11-17-2007, 09:12 PM
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Thanks agian... I will do it when my hub and stuff come in this week. DAMit just found out the girlfreind Curb Checked my new rims grrr i want to rip her head off!!! poor car=(
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