Harbor Freight Tools Steering Wheel Remover Set Product manual

Steering Wheel Removal Set

Item 68982

INSTRUCTIONS & PRECAUTIONS

Specications

Cap Screws
(2 each)

Steering Wheel
Bolts (2)

Snap Ring Bolts
(1 each)

Included Molded Carrying Case

3‑1/2" L, 3/8" ‑ 16 TPI
3‑1/2" L, 5/16" ‑ 24 TPI
3‑1/2" L, M8 x 1.25

4" L, 5/16" ‑ 18 TPI

M14 x 1.5
9/16" x 18 TPI (internal)

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION

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Read this material before
using this product.
Failure to do so can result
in serious injury.
SAVE THIS MANUAL.

When unpacking, make sure that the
product is intact and undamaged.
If any parts are missing or broken,
please call 1‑800‑444‑3353
as soon as possible.

Copyright© 2011 by Harbor Freight Tools®.
All rights reserved. No portion of this document
or any artwork contained herein may be
reproduced in any shape or form without the
express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
Diagrams within this document may not be drawn
proportionally. Due to continuing improvements,
actual product may differ slightly from the
product described herein. Tools required for
assembly and service may not be included.

For technical questions or replacement parts,

please call 1‑800‑444‑3353.

1. To prevent serious injury
from explosion, carefully
follow service instructions to
disable airbag before use.

2. Assemble and use only according to
these instructions. Improper assembly
and usage can create hazards.

3. Wear ANSI‑approved safety goggles
and heavy‑duty work gloves during use.

4. Use as intended only.

5. Use only according to vehicle
service instructions.

6. Inspect before use;
do not use if damaged.

7. Keep away from children.

8. Disconnect ground lead from
vehicle battery before using
Steering Wheel Remover.

9. Do not use when tired or when under

the inuence of drugs or medication.

10. Maintain product labels and
nameplates. These carry
important safety information.
If unreadable or missing, contact
Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.

Operation Instructions

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at
the beginning of this document before set up or use of this product.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM EXPLOSION:
Carefully follow service instructions to disable airbag
before working near steering wheel or steering column.

Steering Wheel Removal

The Steering Wheel Remover is designed to remove the steering wheels of most
domestic and imported vehicles. Three separate Cap Screw (1, 2 and 3) sets
and one set of Steering Wheel Bolts (4) are used with the Forcing Screw (9).
The following instructions apply to most standard vehicles, however consult

your vehicle owner’s manual for specic instructions for your vehicle.

To Remove a Steering Wheel

1. Set the vehicle transmission to park
(neutral if vehicle is a manual
transmission), point the wheels
straight ahead, turn the engine off
and set the emergency brake.

2. Disconnect the ground
lead from the battery.

3. Carefully remove any molding, horn
or air bag assembly following your
vehicle manufacturer’s instructions
until you can access the shaft nut
holding the steering wheel hub
assembly and the steering shaft.

4. Draw a line with a marker
(sold separately) at the 12 o’clock
position on the shaft and the steering
wheel so you can align the steering
wheel when reinstalling it.

5. Remove the shaft nut with a
wrench (sold separately).

6. Locate the threaded holes in the
steering wheel hub assembly and
select the Cap Screw (1, 2 or 3)

set that ts the threads.

7. Place the Forcing Screw (9)
over the center of the wheel.

8. Slide the Cap Screws through
each end of the Forcing Screw
bar and thread them into the
threaded holes in the wheel.

9. Using a wrench (sold separately),
slowly turn the center bolt clockwise,
forcing the steering wheel off the shaft.

Steering

Wheel

Shaft

Cap

Screws

Forcing

Screw (9)

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Snap Ring Removal

The Lock Plate Attachment is used to compress the steering wheel
lock plate while the snap ring is removed/installed.

To Remove Snap Ring and Lock Plate

1. Remove the Steering Wheel following
the previous instructions for this kit.

2. Select the appropriate Jack Bolt (5 or 6)
for your vehicle and thread onto
the steering shaft until secure.

3. Place the Lock Plate Attachment (10)
then the Washer (7) over the Jack Bolt.

4. Thread the Nut (11) onto the
Jack Bolt and turn clockwise using
a wrench (sold separately) to hold
down the lock plate and allow
the snap ring to be removed.

5. Remove the Jack Bolt.

Note: The Steering Wheel Lock Plate Attachment can also be used to
access the turn signal switch and airbag modules on certain GM® vehicles.
Consult your vehicle manufacturer for instructions for your vehicle.

WARNING! Reenable airbag system after service according to service instructions.

To Install Snap Ring and Lock Plate

1. Position the lock plate over
the steering shaft.

2. Select the appropriate
Jack Bolt (5 or 6) for your vehicle
and slide the snap ring onto it.

3. Thread the Jack Bolt onto the
steering shaft, then place the
Lock Plate Attachment (10) then the
Washer (7) over the Jack Bolt.

4. Thread the Nut (11) onto the
Jack Bolt and turn clockwise using
a wrench (sold separately) until the
snap ring can be slipped down over
the beveled end of the center post
screw and into the shaft’s groove.

5. Remove the Jack Bolt.

Maintenance

1. Before each use, inspect the
general condition of the tool.
Check for cracked or broken parts
and any other condition that may
affect its safe operation. If damaged,
have corrected before further use.

Do not use damaged equipment.

2. Coat all parts with a light oil to
prevent rust, then store them in the
case, in a clean, dry location.

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Parts List and Assembly Diagram

Part Description Qty

1 Cap Screw 3‑1/2" L, 3/8"‑16 TPI 2
2 Cap Screw 3‑1/2" L, 5/16"‑24 TPI 2
3 Cap Screw 3‑1/2" L, M8 x 1.25 2

Steering Wheel Bolt

4

4" L, 5/16"‑18 TPI

5 Snap Ring Bolt M14 x 1.5 1

5

6

Record Serial Number Here:

Note: If product has no serial number,

record month and year of purchase instead.

Part Description Qty

Snap Ring Bolt

6

9/16" x 18 TPI (internal)

7 Washer 1

2

8 Carrying Case 1

9 Forcing Screw 1
10 Lock Plate Attachment 1
11 Nut 1

4 1021

113

Note: Some parts are listed and shown

for illustration purposes only, and are not
available individually as replacement parts.

1

7

9

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY

THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
IN THIS DOCUMENT AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR
MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS
QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE
ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY
STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND
LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY
ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS
THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.

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