Steering Wheel: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Jaguar XKR, 2011 Jaguar XK, 2010 Jaguar XKR, and 2010 Jaguar XK. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the cover and disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to Specifications information.
Make the SRS system safe.
Remove the driver air bag module. Refer to Driver Air Bag Module information.

NOTE: Note the fitted position.

Remove the steering wheel.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.
- Loosen, but do not fully remove the bolt.
- Release the steering wheel from the spline.
- Remove the bolt.
- Release the electrical harness.

CAUTION: Failing to install the clockspring special tool, may result in damage to vehicle.

CAUTION: Do not dismantle the clockspring, it has no serviceable parts and must be replaced as a complete assembly.

CAUTION: Do not allow the clockspring to unwind.

Install the special tool to the clockspring.

NOTE: Do not disassemble further if the component is removed for access only.

Remove the upshift and downshift paddle switches.
- Remove the Torx bolt.
- Release the assembly.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.
- Repeat the procedure and remove the opposite hand.
Remove the steering wheel switch assembly.
- Remove the Torx bolt.
- Disconnect the electrical connectors.
- Repeat the procedure and remove the opposite hand.
Remove the air bag housing.
- Remove the 4 Torx bolts.
- Release the electrical harness.
Remove the air bag ground cable.
- Remove the Torx screw.