Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Steering Wheel: Disassembly
- Remove the screws on the back of the steering wheel.
- Model without paddle shift: upper side two locations
- Model with paddle shift: four locations
- Disconnect the connector and remove the paddle shift switch. (Model with paddle shift)
- Remove the cover - steering wheel LWR.CAUTION:
Carefully remove the cover - steering wheel LWR and the steering wheel. Do not pull with excessive force. Otherwise, heat wire between cover - steering wheel LWR and steering wheel may be damaged. (Model with steering heater)Β
- Remove the connectors and screws. (Model with MID switch and model with steering heater switch)
- Release the claws and harness clips, and detach the cover - steering wheel LWR.NOTE:
For model with steering heater, disconnect the connector with the cover - steering wheel LWR removed from steering wheel, and remove the steering heater unit. Also, remove the heater elements RH and LH secured with double-sided tape from the cover - steering wheel LWR.Β
- Release the claws and remove the screws, then detach the satellite switch.
- Release the claws, and then remove the switch assembly - steering (MID). (Model with MID switch)
- Release the connector, screws and claws, and remove the steering heater switch and steering heater unit. (Model with steering heater)
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.