does anyone has a steering wheel remover tool i can borrow???? i dont feel like paying $35 for something i'm gonna use once, thanks

 

If your taking off your orignal steering wheel you don't need the special tool, it just slides right off

 

I forgot to mention make sure you steering wheel isn't in the locked position

 

Umm, no. Unless something is wrong, you are going to need a steering wheel removal tool. The steering wheel is pressed on to the tapered shaft by the bolt that holds in on. I have taken mine off twice. once to replace the steering wheel and once to fix my mistake. I purchased a pulley removal set from harbour freight for about $10.

It will not want to come off at first, so you will have to turn the tool harder until you hear a laud pop. Your heart will skipa few beats because you will think you broke your car. You will then remove the tool and find everything is just fine.

 

^^ cool guys i'll give it a shot this weekend, thanks!

 

lepichichi.

Can't really help, but did you call around to autoparts stores? Around here, several have a loan-a-tool programs where they'll loan specialized tools for free (just a deposit).

Good luck.

 

I put a MOMO steering wheel in my car and a friend took his steering wheel off. Two different RX8 and none needed a steering wheel removing tool. Just try it and remember to disconnect your battery, and make sure the steering wheel is not in the locked posistion.

 

I dont know why your just came off. I installed a black/red mazda steering wheel and it came with the directions that explained you must use the steering wheel removal tool. Also dont hit the shaft with a hammer.

 

have removed about 6 of them. They slide of with a little force. no tools necessary. Give it a good whack in each corner then pull

 

hey guys i bought the tool for 12 bucks at pep boys i'll figure i might use it more than once and it might come in handy later on, thanks for the advice my new steering wheel looks awsome i will post some pics later on,

 

Trust me. You'll need it.

Make sure the wheels is as straight as possible or you'll have a really fun time adjusting it later.

Make sure you disconnect the battery and let it discharge for 30 minutes.

Be careful of the rubber band. It's there for a reason.

BTW: You can rent tools at Advance Auto and Autozone for free.