Hi guys, i am thinking of replacing my standard R steering wheel with........another new R steering wheel! i know it sounds silly but i have had the car for a couple of months and the steering wheel is all scuffed and shiny from the previous owner and i want the matt looking finish of the new steering wheel!! sooooo, was wondering if anyone has a guide of how to remove and replace the steering wheel on a MKIV?!?!
thanks alot tom
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Hi mate,
Never taken one off the golf, but done other airbagged cars. You have to disconnect the battery and wait at least 30mins for any current to dissipate from the airbag charges. It should be safe to take off then providing your careful with the centre section. The centre is usually held on by clips or screws on the back of the wheel. Give Rich R32 a shout as i think he changed his not that long ago.
Hope thats helped a bit!
Tom
Theres no replacement for displacement!!
PM Jonny @ Pure Detail, hes changed 2 recently-literally a 10min job in a MK5![]()
theres normally a couple of screws on the back of the wheel for the airbag (youll need to turn the wheel to different positions to get access)
once off simply unplug the bag and set it aside (make sure the battery has been disconnected for 30mins at least - ive seen ppl do it without but i wouldnt fancy it)
then you need a triple square (or spline) driver to remove the nut (not sure on size). be sure to mark this when you refit as they can only be cycled a certain number of times.
then should come straight off without issues.
Full VCDS, Vag-Tacho, VDS-Pro Owner (Can Do: Miles To Empty, Lit Pointers, Remote Windows, Alarm Beeps)
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