Steering Wheel: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Steering Wheel

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Disable and remove the drivers side airbag (1). (Refer to ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/DRIVER AIRBAG - REMOVAL) .
Disconnect all the electrical connectors (2,6&7).

Fig 2: Steering Wheel Removal
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Partially remove the steering wheel bolt and leave the bolt in the column.
Install puller (2) or equivalent using the top of the bolt to push on.
NOTE: Ensure the bolts are threaded firmly into the steering wheel.
Remove the steering wheel.