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2004 Acura 3.5RL

Steering Wheel Removal

2004 Acura 3.5RLSECTION Steering Wheel Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Acura 3.2CL, 2002 Acura 3.2CL, and 2001 Acura 3.2CL. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations, precautions, and procedures in the SRS section before performing repairs or service (see AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS article).

  1. Align the front wheels straight ahead, then remove the driver's airbag from the steering wheel (see REMOVAL & INSTALLATION (DRIVER-SIDE) article).
  2. Disconnect the radio remote switch connectors (A) and cruise control switch connector (B).
    Fig 1: Disconnect The Radio Remote Switch And Cruise Control Switch Connectors
    G01165692Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Loosen the steering wheel bolt (A), and install a steering wheel puller (B) on the steering wheel (C).

    Free the steering wheel from the steering column shaft by turning the pressure bolt (D) of the puller.

    Note these items when removing the steering wheel:

    • Do not tap on the steering wheel or the steering column shaft when removing the steering wheel.
    • If you thread the puller bolts (E) into the wheel hub more than five threads, the bolts will hit the cable reel and damage it. To prevent this, install a pair of jam nuts five threads up on each puller bolt.
    Fig 2: Installing Steering Wheel Puller
    G01165693Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Remove the steering wheel puller, then remove the steering wheel bolt and steering wheel from the steering column.
    Fig 3: Removing The Steering Wheel
    G01165694Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
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  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.