Removing locking lugs, bolt, nut and gaiter

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Volvo C70, 2001 Volvo C70, 2000 Volvo C70, 1999 Volvo C70, and 1998 Volvo C70. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Wheel Column Joint And Steering Shaft

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove locking lugs, bolt and nut from steering wheel column joint.
Remove lower steering wheel column from joint. Prop steering wheel column up in steering shaft.
Bend outer gaiter section.
Remove circlip and gaiter. Take care to prevent dirt getting into gaiter bearing, and protect joint bearing surface.