Remove Steering Wheel from Column
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Simple, Quick and Easy How to Replace the Steering Wheel Chevy or GMC Truck
What happens here
With the airbag removed, ensure the steering wheel is perfectly straight and mark its position on the steering column using a silver pen for proper alignment during reinstallation. This is crucial for maintaining wheel straightness while driving. Next, use a 21mm socket and an impact wrench to quickly remove the large central nut that secures the steering wheel to the column. The presenter initially attempts to 'jiggle' the wheel off without a puller, which is unsuccessful, demonstrating the necessity of the correct tool. After removing the nut, connect a universal wheel puller (with two bolts) to the steering wheel, tightening the central bolt of the puller until the steering wheel detaches from the column.
Goal: Detach the old steering wheel from the steering column.
Tools and materials
- 21mm Socket Milwaukee Packout — Removing the large central nut
- Adjustable Wrench — Tightening the wheel puller bolts
- Extension Bar — Reaching the deeply recessed nut
- Impact Wrench Milwaukee M18 Fuel — Quickly loosening the steering wheel nut
- Silver Pen — Marking the steering wheel's alignment on the column
- Universal Wheel Puller Kit — Detaching the steering wheel from the column