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Mend Vauxhall Vectra Steering Wheel Airbag

removing steering wheel with airbag?

hi, i need to remove the steering wheel on my 95 vectra. the problem is the air bag. how do i remove this safely.is there nuts or clips that hold it in place, do i need to diconnect the battery first. my egnition has stopped turning with the key so i have to get wheel of to replace. any help would be appreciated.

gav
August 2007

Vauxhall Vauxhall Vectra Vehicles, Cars Steering Wheel Airbag

with the benefit of heinsight, not so easy. i forgot to mention that it was an opel vectra not a vauxhall. there are 2 star bolts at the back of the steering wheel which need to be removed before airbag can be removed. also the steering wheel is a press fit so wd40 and patience are required, plus the thing is spring loaded so when it comes loose watch out. as for removing the egnition, a dot punch and a good hammer and lots of patience. hope some body finds this helpfull.

gav
August 2007

thanks dean, will do. easy when you no how, eh?

gav
August 2007

hi there i am a mechanic and the anwser to your question is easy disconnect your vehicle battery for ten minutes then remove the cover with the vauxhall badge on your steering wheel you will then come across two wires disconnect them and then undo the nut in the middle of the steering wheel also make sure your battery is disconnected at all times when putting back together connect your battery back up and leave the vehicle for another ten minutes then start your car this will prevent your airbag going off

dean
August 2007