laser127

I have problerm with my SRS flashing on the dash. I built a code reader/reset tool and tested the SRS system. It came up with a fault code of 3, Driver air bag(slip rings or brushes). My next problem is how to get the steering wheel off.
I have read other post and I couldn't find step by step instructions to remove the steering wheel.
I figure while the steering wheel is off that I would replace all the lights in the dash. Is there anything else I should check while I'm in there?

Thanks for any help
Bob

slik560

There is a great thread on Benzworld.org with step by step steering wheel removal incl airbag. It's in their 107 forum

rocky raccoon

Disable airbag:
1. Disconnect battery
2. Lift passenger side carpet and padding, then unplug red connector

Remove two star-drive bolts from back side of steering wheel.
1. Don't remember size but you will need a long-reach bit.

Lift off center pad and air bag. Disconnect air bag connector.

Set airbag aside in a safe place.

Remove center bolt. I think 14mm hex (Allen).
1. This bolt has a tapered seat and will be very tight.
2. Do not use the steering lock to hold the wheel. It can be damaged. I used air impact.
3. If no air, some have had success bracing wheel to floor using 2x4 lumber.

Wheel can now be easily lifted off of splines.
1. Mark location before removing to preserve alignment.

When replacing, try to remove locking compound from center bolt. It complicates future removal and I think it is vast overkill. The tapered seat and a one-grunt tightening is sufficient to keep wheel from coming off in your hands.

laser127

Thanks to silk560 and rocky racoon for the information that you both provided me. I am now on my way to remove the steering wheel.
I removed the carpet on the passenger side and in the foot well there was a
sticker telling me about the red plug. I found that I need to get a long shaft 4mm hex to remove the steering wheel.
Thanks again to both of you for providing me the information to complete this job. I will keep you posted with pictures as I go along.

rocky raccoon

Laser:
It is not a hex. The proper tool is a star drive size T40. Still need a long reach. Available any auto supply house.

Sometimes a hex may work but you stand the chance of buggering the socket.

rocky raccoon

I like the Nardi wheel so much that I decided to take my chances without the airbag.

laser127

Thanks for the correction rocky. I will look for the T40 star drive(long reach). I appreciate the help.
thanks