✅ How to remove the steering wheel on a Chevrolet Niva video

Removing and installing the Chevrolet Niva steering wheel

Tools:

Flat head screwdriver
Socket wrench
Extension for socket wrench
Head for socket wrench 24

Note: We carry out the work when removing the steering column switches, steering column or when replacing the steering wheel.

1. Having removed the key from the ignition switch, turn the steering wheel until the steering shaft locking device is activated.

2. We apply installation marks to the instrument panel and steering wheel. Disconnect the negative cable terminal from the battery terminal.

3. Use a slotted screwdriver to pry off the horn switch cover.

4. We move it away from the steering wheel.

5. Disconnect the wire block from the connector located in the steering wheel hub.

6. Using a 24" socket with an extension, loosen the nut securing the steering wheel to the upper steering shaft.

7. While rocking, pull the steering wheel toward you in order to remove it from the steering shaft splines.

Helpful advice: The steering wheel sits very tightly on the shaft splines, so do not completely unscrew the wheel fastening nut: if there is a sharp impact during removal, the steering wheel, jumping off the splines, can cause injury. For ease of reinstallation, mark the position of the steering wheel relative to the shaft.

8. If you cannot move the steering wheel with your hands, an assistant pulls the steering wheel up along the axis of the steering column, and strikes the end of the steering shaft with a hammer through a soft metal drift (in the event of a sudden break of the steering wheel, the nut will protect workers from injury).

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chevrolet niva steering wheel To remove the product from the splines, it is necessary to strike the steering wheel from the inside with both hands, knocking it out of its seat. Now you can remove the steering wheel and carry out the necessary repairs or replace it. To rotate it, an additional belt is used to connect the auxiliary units.

If the power steering fails, the ability to control the car remains, but the required force on the steering wheel only increases. The design of the steering wheel on the Chevrolet Niva according to the design of the Chevrolet Niva steering wheel is considered injury-proof.

This is ensured by the ability to fold the column in the hinge area. How to remove steering ends for Niva Chevrolet.

The Chevrolet Niva mechanism itself is quite capricious, but this is explained not by its technical features, but by the area of application of the car. The Niva often overcomes off-road conditions, so it is necessary to diagnose the main components. There are several signs of tip failure: First, there will be strong play in the steering wheel. This manifests itself due to severe wear on the hinges. In this case, some people prefer not to change the entire part, but to press in new hinges.

The second sign is difficulty turning the steering wheel; in some cases, the wheels may be misaligned and the car will pull to the side. Chevrolet Niva steering wheel When you turn the steering wheel too hard, you can hear a squeak, indicating a lack of lubrication in the product. But we are not taking the easy way.

I disassembled the radio, examined the board, figured out how the processor was controlled, soldered some parts and a connector. I try it and... voila - everything works! Assembled button It's time to cover the steering wheel with leather. I am posting several photos of sewing leather braid. Chevrolet Niva steering wheel - this process is a separate story, now we are talking about the multi-function steering wheel.

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We sew... A stitched seam is on the top and bottom of the steering wheel. As a result, we get this steering wheel, covered in leather. Place for the left button and rear view. We put the previously made buttons. The steering wheel is almost ready. Now we need to connect all this and also the Chevrolet Niva steering wheel. The standard steering wheel of a Chevrolet Niva car uses a steering column connector with a number. It is designed for 2 wires for the signal.

And I need 6 wires for the Chevrolet Niva steering wheel, 2 signal, 3 radio control and 1 illumination for the Chevrolet Niva steering wheel. It was decided to purchase a steering column connector from Kalina with the number Purchase price RUR. It already has a different operating principle than the generic one. Inside there is a cable of 6 conductors. Which is just enough. Shnivsky connector and Kalinovsky connector The Kalinovsky connector has connectors for a signal and an airbag, but this is not enough.

Therefore, I had to disassemble it, remove the connectors for the signal and the power supply, and solder the missing wires to the cable with another connector. It's a pity I didn't take a photo of it disassembled. In general, below is a photo of the steering column connector from Kalina that was redone and installed on the steering column.

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Some cars are equipped with an airbag, which is located in a container in the center of the steering wheel. To prevent accidental activation of the system, move the ignition switch to the Lock position, disconnect the battery from ground and wait at least 2 minutes.

After removing the steering wheel, it is prohibited to turn the shaft (or wheels), as the alignment of the spiral wire will be disrupted and the wire will break, which is why the airbag will not work in an accident. In case of accidental violation, restore the alignment before installing the steering wheel.

Chevrolet Niva | Removing and installing a steering wheel with an airbag

Cars are equipped with safety systems (SRS), including airbags and seat belt tensioners. Before working around the shock sensors, instrument panel and steering column, first disconnect the negative and then the positive terminals from the battery and wait 2 minutes. This will prevent unauthorized deployment of airbags and seat belt pretensioners, which could cause personal injury.

Remove the steering wheel as follows:

Turn off the ignition, disconnect the ground wire from the battery and wait 2 minutes before carrying out further work.

Set the wheels to drive straight.

On 1996 and 1997 models, release the clips on the sides and remove the center pad from the steering wheel.

Rice. 13.1. Loosening the screw securing the airbag to the steering wheel

On models since 1998, loosen the screws securing the airbag to the steering wheel and located on the sides at the rear of the steering wheel (Fig. 13.1).

Loosen each screw until the tab on the screw comes out of the housing.

Niva Chevrolet removing the steering wheel

Before working around the shock sensors, instrument panel and steering column, first disconnect the negative and then the positive terminals from the battery and wait 2 minutes. To make it easier to dismantle the motor, it is necessary to remove the dashboard from the car interior. No battery power.