How-to remove factory steering wheel switches (for installing other switches such as cruise control) - DIY

[OXHB619]

When you remove the airbag, that removes the center cover of the steering wheel right?

yes, all 1 unit.

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[Snax]

It's not much more work at all. I think it's easier not to as it holds the steering wheel tight to pull off the trim the connectors are in. Also don't have to deal with the possibility of the clockspring spinning or putting the steering wheel back on crooked.

I also left the steering wheel attached, and just pulled the trim. Seemed kind of brutal, but the trim is tough and pliable.

 

[Mkuket]

When you remove the airbag, that removes the center cover of the steering wheel right?

Yes

 

[glohworm]

I just need to know if everyone who has disconnected the airbag, first disconnected the neg. of the battery and waited 15 to 30 minutes before removing it. Thanks.

 

[ShadowBlack XL440]

I just need to know if everyone who has disconnected the airbag, first disconnected the neg. of the battery and waited 15 to 30 minutes before removing it. Thanks.

If you don't, does that void your warranty? Just kidding but you will be asked that.

 

[OXHB619]

I just need to know if everyone who has disconnected the airbag, first disconnected the neg. of the battery and waited 15 to 30 minutes before removing it. Thanks.

I actually split it and walked to grab tools for the steering wheel, so probably 15-20 minutes between disconnecting the battery and the airbag, though it wasn't an intentional waiting period. I am not an electrical engineer but I am doubting there is enough power left to do anything, either wait if you are worried or turn the headlights on / hit the horn to feel comfortable

 

[Craiger9131]

Yes they require programming, this is a prerequisite to my programming thread.

Has the programming thread been posted yet?

 

[Telemachus]

Yes

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