changing steering wheel

[eg5civic]

Taken from Roadsmart.com.au
Bookmark it and use it as a guideline if you're unsure about mods to your car

But make sure its used as a guideline and only a guideline... disclaimer at the bottom states

" This document should only be used as a guide and cannot be used as a legal document in a court of law. It should not be treated as any form of legal advice.
Prior to modifications, check local regulations to confirm requirements.
Roadsmart will not be held liable for inaccuracies, jurisdictional differences or changes to laws. This publication was correct as at February 2008."

Meaning it won't hold up in court if you say "but this website said i can"

[BRU51N]

thanks guys, gonna give it a shot in the next few days.

ive got the 3 spoke version, how do i crack it open so the middle is visible? does the (middle horn section) flip up/down? or do i have to cut it open?

[VTi_b0i]

lol what a good thread to pop up! i was just about to make my own haha

IF u take off a steering wheel with SRS (airbag) will the red light remain on constantly??

bumpity

[eg5civic]

thanks guys, gonna give it a shot in the next few days.

ive got the 3 spoke version, how do i crack it open so the middle is visible? does the (middle horn section) flip up/down? or do i have to cut it open?

3 spoke non-srs wheel

To take off non srs ( eg si , early vti , breeze etc)

First straighten wheel and make sure on flat surface. Take keys out of the ignition.
Get a flathead screwdriver , lever off the H embelem in the centre of the wheel.
Grab a 19mm deep socket , extension + ratchet or breaker bar.
Take keys out (if in ignition) and LOCK the wheel THIS IS IMPORTANT
Then undo the 19mm hub nut located down the centre.

Pull off wheel slowly , done.
Install new wheel....if aftermarket install new boss kit then wheel ontop etc

[riruiz_88]

the best way to lock the wheel IMO is to turn the wheel slightly to the right (turn the wheel slightly, say 30 degrees) then pull the key out. Slowly turn the wheel straight and the wheel should lock close or on dead straight

oh tru, didnt know wheel could lock on centre or near centre. what about when attaching the bolt back in, what is the best method when tightening? or would the wheel lock stop it from moving?

[vinnY]

^ it'd still be locked afaik, it's the steering column that locks not the steering wheel

just another tip though.. loosen the 19mm bolt but don't completely unbolt it
saves you the trouble of pulling it too hard and punching yourself in the face

[riruiz_88]

hahaha speakin from experience ey? how tight should i tighten it up, really tight or tight? i dont have a torque wrench so cant do that

[vinnY]

don't look at me! i'm didn't have a ford badge imprinted on my forehead

edit to the op; if you haven't already gotten the wheel off, the guide here should show you how to take the non-srs wheel off

[riruiz_88]

hahaha probs would happen to me if you didnt tell me, cheers for that. thats a good link man

[aimre]

U know, u can just undo the bolt at any angle. then BEFORE u remove the whell, straighten it up.

[bennjamin]

U know, u can just undo the bolt at any angle. then BEFORE u remove the whell, straighten it up.

True

But locking the wheel is to aid undoing the hub nut - its hard to crack it with a breaker bar or ratchet etc with the wheel turning at the same time !

[aimre]

^^
its probably better to have a mate hold it, the locking pin isnt as strong us u think, two people turning a wheel can easily break it