STEERING WHEEL
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From: SOUTH ARLINGTON,TX
STEERING WHEEL
IS ANYBODY KNOWS HOW TO CHENGE THE STEERING WHEEL???I WOULD DO IT, BUT I DON'T KNOW HOW TO WORK WITH THE AIR BAG.
ANY COMMENTS WOULD BE APPRECIATED.
THANKS...
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2000 XLT,EXT CAB,BLACK,5.4,AUTO,K&N FIPK,BILLET GRILL,SS MIRRORS,BLUE HEAD & REVERSE LIGHTS,DUAL FLOWMASTERS,3.5"TIPS EXITING ON FRONT OF REAR RIGHT WHEEL,4-6 DROOP,18"KMC CHROME TARANTULAS WITH 255-45-ZR18"S
ANY COMMENTS WOULD BE APPRECIATED.
THANKS...
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2000 XLT,EXT CAB,BLACK,5.4,AUTO,K&N FIPK,BILLET GRILL,SS MIRRORS,BLUE HEAD & REVERSE LIGHTS,DUAL FLOWMASTERS,3.5"TIPS EXITING ON FRONT OF REAR RIGHT WHEEL,4-6 DROOP,18"KMC CHROME TARANTULAS WITH 255-45-ZR18"S
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From: South of the Red River
Below is right out of the Shop Manual. Hope it helps.
Wheel
Special Service Tool(s)
2-Jaw Puller
205-116
(T77F-4220-B1)
Removal
WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
WARNING: Carry a live air bag module with the air bag and trim cover pointed away from your body. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
WARNING: Do not set a live air bag module down with the trim cover face down. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
WARNING: After deployment, the air bag surface can contain deposits of sodium hydroxide, a product of the gas generant combustion that is irritating to the skin. Wash your hands with soap and water afterwards.
WARNING: Never probe the connectors on the air bag module. Doing so can result in air bag deployment, which can result in personal injury.
WARNING: Air bag modules with discolored or damaged trim covers must be replaced, not repainted.
WARNING: Vehicle sensor orientation is critical for proper system operation. If a vehicle equipped with an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is involved in a collision, inspect the sensor mounting bracket and wiring pigtail for deformation. Replace and properly position the sensor or any other damaged supplemental restraint system(SRS) components whether or not the air bag is deployed.
WARNING: To avoid accidental deployment and possible personal injury, the backup power supply must be depleted before repairing or replacing any front or side air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) components and before servicing, replacing,
adjusting or striking components near the front or side air bag sensors, such as doors,
instrument panel, console, door latches, strikers, seats and hood latches.
Please refer to the appropriate vehicle shop manual to determine location of the front air
bag sensors.
The side air bag sensors are located at or near the base of the B-pillar.
To deplete the backup power supply energy, disconnect the battery ground cable and
wait at least one minute. Be sure to disconnect auxiliary batteries and power supplies (if equipped).
1.NOTE: Make sure the wheels (1007) are in the straight-ahead position.
Disconnect the battery ground cable (14301) and wait at least one minute. For additional
information, refer to Section 414-01.
2.Remove the driver air bag module. For additional information, refer to Section 501-20B.
3.Remove the steering wheel bolt.
4. CAUTION: Removing the steering wheel without using a puller can damage the column bearings.
Use the 2-Jaw Puller to remove the steering wheel (3600).
5.Remove and discard the original steering wheel bolt.
6.Remove the steering wheel while routing the wires from the air bag sliding contact through the steering wheel.
Installation
WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
WARNING: Carry a live air bag module with the air bag and trim cover pointed away
from your body. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
WARNING: Do not set a live air bag module down with the trim cover face down. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
WARNING: After deployment, the air bag surface can contain deposits of sodium
hydroxide, a product of the gas generant combustion that is irritating to the skin. Wash your hands with soap and water afterwards.
WARNING: Never probe the connectors on the air bag module. Doing so can result in
air bag deployment, which can result in personal injury.
WARNING: Air bag modules with discolored or damaged trim covers must be replaced, not repainted.
WARNING: Vehicle sensor orientation is critical for proper system operation. If a vehicle equipped with an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is involved in a collision, inspect the sensor mounting bracket and wiring pigtail for deformation. Replace and properly position the sensor or any other damaged supplemental restraint system(SRS) components whether or not the air bag is deployed.
WARNING: To avoid accidental deployment and possible personal injury, the backup
power supply must be depleted before repairing or replacing any front or side air bag
supplemental restraint system (SRS) components and before servicing, replacing,
adjusting or striking components near the front or side air bag sensors, such as doors,
instrument panel, console, door latches, strikers, seats and hood latches.
Please refer to the appropriate vehicle shop manual to determine location of the front air
bag sensors.
The side air bag sensors are located at or near the base of the B-pillar.
To deplete the backup power supply energy, disconnect the battery ground cable and
wait at least one minute. Be sure to disconnect auxiliary batteries and power supplies (if
equipped).
1.Follow the removal procedure in reverse order.
2.Connect the battery cable. For additional information, refer to Section 414-01.
Wheel
Special Service Tool(s)
2-Jaw Puller
205-116
(T77F-4220-B1)
Removal
WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
WARNING: Carry a live air bag module with the air bag and trim cover pointed away from your body. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
WARNING: Do not set a live air bag module down with the trim cover face down. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
WARNING: After deployment, the air bag surface can contain deposits of sodium hydroxide, a product of the gas generant combustion that is irritating to the skin. Wash your hands with soap and water afterwards.
WARNING: Never probe the connectors on the air bag module. Doing so can result in air bag deployment, which can result in personal injury.
WARNING: Air bag modules with discolored or damaged trim covers must be replaced, not repainted.
WARNING: Vehicle sensor orientation is critical for proper system operation. If a vehicle equipped with an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is involved in a collision, inspect the sensor mounting bracket and wiring pigtail for deformation. Replace and properly position the sensor or any other damaged supplemental restraint system(SRS) components whether or not the air bag is deployed.
WARNING: To avoid accidental deployment and possible personal injury, the backup power supply must be depleted before repairing or replacing any front or side air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) components and before servicing, replacing,
adjusting or striking components near the front or side air bag sensors, such as doors,
instrument panel, console, door latches, strikers, seats and hood latches.
Please refer to the appropriate vehicle shop manual to determine location of the front air
bag sensors.
The side air bag sensors are located at or near the base of the B-pillar.
To deplete the backup power supply energy, disconnect the battery ground cable and
wait at least one minute. Be sure to disconnect auxiliary batteries and power supplies (if equipped).
1.NOTE: Make sure the wheels (1007) are in the straight-ahead position.
Disconnect the battery ground cable (14301) and wait at least one minute. For additional
information, refer to Section 414-01.
2.Remove the driver air bag module. For additional information, refer to Section 501-20B.
3.Remove the steering wheel bolt.
4. CAUTION: Removing the steering wheel without using a puller can damage the column bearings.
Use the 2-Jaw Puller to remove the steering wheel (3600).
5.Remove and discard the original steering wheel bolt.
6.Remove the steering wheel while routing the wires from the air bag sliding contact through the steering wheel.
Installation
WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
WARNING: Carry a live air bag module with the air bag and trim cover pointed away
from your body. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
WARNING: Do not set a live air bag module down with the trim cover face down. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
WARNING: After deployment, the air bag surface can contain deposits of sodium
hydroxide, a product of the gas generant combustion that is irritating to the skin. Wash your hands with soap and water afterwards.
WARNING: Never probe the connectors on the air bag module. Doing so can result in
air bag deployment, which can result in personal injury.
WARNING: Air bag modules with discolored or damaged trim covers must be replaced, not repainted.
WARNING: Vehicle sensor orientation is critical for proper system operation. If a vehicle equipped with an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is involved in a collision, inspect the sensor mounting bracket and wiring pigtail for deformation. Replace and properly position the sensor or any other damaged supplemental restraint system(SRS) components whether or not the air bag is deployed.
WARNING: To avoid accidental deployment and possible personal injury, the backup
power supply must be depleted before repairing or replacing any front or side air bag
supplemental restraint system (SRS) components and before servicing, replacing,
adjusting or striking components near the front or side air bag sensors, such as doors,
instrument panel, console, door latches, strikers, seats and hood latches.
Please refer to the appropriate vehicle shop manual to determine location of the front air
bag sensors.
The side air bag sensors are located at or near the base of the B-pillar.
To deplete the backup power supply energy, disconnect the battery ground cable and
wait at least one minute. Be sure to disconnect auxiliary batteries and power supplies (if
equipped).
1.Follow the removal procedure in reverse order.
2.Connect the battery cable. For additional information, refer to Section 414-01.
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From: SOUTH ARLINGTON,TX
Y2KXLTSPORT,THANKS ALOT FOR YOUR HELP,I'M GOIN TO TRY TO GET A COLORADO CUSTOMS STEERING WHEEL,SO I LET YOU KNOW HOW IT WENT.
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2000 XLT,EXT CAB,BLACK,5.4,AUTO,K&N FIPK,BILLET GRILL,SS MIRRORS,BLUE HEAD & REVERSE LIGHTS,DUAL FLOWMASTERS,3.5"TIPS EXITING ON FRONT OF REAR RIGHT WHEEL,4-6 DROOP,18"KMC CHROME TARANTULAS WITH 255-45-ZR18"S
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2000 XLT,EXT CAB,BLACK,5.4,AUTO,K&N FIPK,BILLET GRILL,SS MIRRORS,BLUE HEAD & REVERSE LIGHTS,DUAL FLOWMASTERS,3.5"TIPS EXITING ON FRONT OF REAR RIGHT WHEEL,4-6 DROOP,18"KMC CHROME TARANTULAS WITH 255-45-ZR18"S
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I changed my vinyl wheel with a leather wheel. I brought it to my dealer, they charged me $30.00
I think it was worth the money, airbags are not something I wanted to mess with.
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1999 F150 4x4 4.6V8 regcab/shortbed
Oxford White with Wedgewood Blue two tone, with Blue Captains chairs
Bullet Cat Back, Superchip, K&N FIPK Intake.
Centerline Saber rims 17x8" with Firestone GTA 275/60hr-17 tires.
Alpine CDA-7845, ADS P640 Amp, Focal Poly Kevlar seperates.
SILVER 2001 LIGHTNING on order
I changed my vinyl wheel with a leather wheel. I brought it to my dealer, they charged me $30.00
I think it was worth the money, airbags are not something I wanted to mess with.
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1999 F150 4x4 4.6V8 regcab/shortbed
Oxford White with Wedgewood Blue two tone, with Blue Captains chairs
Bullet Cat Back, Superchip, K&N FIPK Intake.
Centerline Saber rims 17x8" with Firestone GTA 275/60hr-17 tires.
Alpine CDA-7845, ADS P640 Amp, Focal Poly Kevlar seperates.
SILVER 2001 LIGHTNING on order
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From: SOUTH ARLINGTON,TX
DON,SO YOU THINK IF I TAKE THE COLORADO STEERING WHEEL TO THE DEALER THEY WOULD CHANGE IT FOR ME???CAUSE IF I GET THAT WHEEL I'LL BE DOING AWAY WITH THE AIR BAG AND CRUISE CONTROL.
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2000 XLT,EXT CAB,BLACK,5.4,AUTO,K&N FIPK,BILLET GRILL,SS MIRRORS,CLEAR CORNERS,BLUE HEAD & REVERSE LIGHTS,DUAL FLOWMASTERS,3.5"TIPS ON FRONT OF REAR RIGHT WHEEL,4-6 DROP,18"KMC CHROME TARANTULAS,WITH 255-45-ZR18"S
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2000 XLT,EXT CAB,BLACK,5.4,AUTO,K&N FIPK,BILLET GRILL,SS MIRRORS,CLEAR CORNERS,BLUE HEAD & REVERSE LIGHTS,DUAL FLOWMASTERS,3.5"TIPS ON FRONT OF REAR RIGHT WHEEL,4-6 DROP,18"KMC CHROME TARANTULAS,WITH 255-45-ZR18"S
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GANSO1
to change your wheel is no great big deal
first you disconnect the battery turn the headlights on for 5 min to take all the res- elect out of the system.
the next part is a judgement call!
A, USE A STEERING WHEEL PULLER!
B, GRASP WHEEL AT 3 O'CLOCK & 9 O'CLOCK AND WIGGLE IT BACK & FORTH, REPEAT AT 6& 12.
THE SHAFT IS SOFT METAL THAT SPREDS WHEN BOLT
IS SECURED.
it is easy! changing a flat tire is harder. for my 2cents! i know that custom wheels are
great looking! but taking out the airbag is like parachuting with out a reserve chute!
when you think you don't need it you will!!!
4-D LOW
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1999 F-150 5.4 SB,FS, AUTO,BLACK XL, 3.55 GR
K&N MOD, CATBACK, SUPERCHIP, 275-16 ON POLISHED 16X8 PYTHONS.3-4 BELL TECH DROP
POLISHED ALU GRILL, BLACK FLUSH CHECKMATE TONN COVER
CLEARS ALWAY AROUND,STREET SMART MIRRORS
WISH-LIST: F-1 COBRA HOOD,PULLYS,ELECT FAN,POWERAID,ON&ON.
to change your wheel is no great big deal
first you disconnect the battery turn the headlights on for 5 min to take all the res- elect out of the system.
the next part is a judgement call!
A, USE A STEERING WHEEL PULLER!
B, GRASP WHEEL AT 3 O'CLOCK & 9 O'CLOCK AND WIGGLE IT BACK & FORTH, REPEAT AT 6& 12.
THE SHAFT IS SOFT METAL THAT SPREDS WHEN BOLT
IS SECURED.
it is easy! changing a flat tire is harder. for my 2cents! i know that custom wheels are
great looking! but taking out the airbag is like parachuting with out a reserve chute!
when you think you don't need it you will!!!
4-D LOW
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1999 F-150 5.4 SB,FS, AUTO,BLACK XL, 3.55 GR
K&N MOD, CATBACK, SUPERCHIP, 275-16 ON POLISHED 16X8 PYTHONS.3-4 BELL TECH DROP
POLISHED ALU GRILL, BLACK FLUSH CHECKMATE TONN COVER
CLEARS ALWAY AROUND,STREET SMART MIRRORS
WISH-LIST: F-1 COBRA HOOD,PULLYS,ELECT FAN,POWERAID,ON&ON.
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From: ST.LOUIS MO, USA
GANSO1
to change your wheel is no great big deal
first you disconnect the battery turn the headlights on for 5 min to take all the res- elect out of the system.
the next part is a judgement call!
A, USE A STEERING WHEEL PULLER!
B, GRASP WHEEL AT 3 O'CLOCK & 9 O'CLOCK AND WIGGLE IT BACK & FORTH, REPEAT AT 6& 12.
THE SHAFT IS SOFT METAL THAT SPREDS WHEN BOLT
IS SECURED.
it is easy! changing a flat tire is harder. for my 2cents! i know that custom wheels are
great looking! but taking out the airbag is like parachuting with out a reserve chute!
when you think you don't need it you will!!!
4-D LOW
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1999 F-150 5.4 SB,FS, AUTO,BLACK XL, 3.55 GR
K&N MOD, CATBACK, SUPERCHIP, 275-16 ON POLISHED 16X8 PYTHONS.3-4 BELL TECH DROP
POLISHED ALU GRILL, BLACK FLUSH CHECKMATE TONN COVER
CLEARS ALWAY AROUND,STREET SMART MIRRORS
WISH-LIST: F-1 COBRA HOOD,PULLYS,ELECT FAN,POWERAID,ON&ON.
to change your wheel is no great big deal
first you disconnect the battery turn the headlights on for 5 min to take all the res- elect out of the system.
the next part is a judgement call!
A, USE A STEERING WHEEL PULLER!
B, GRASP WHEEL AT 3 O'CLOCK & 9 O'CLOCK AND WIGGLE IT BACK & FORTH, REPEAT AT 6& 12.
THE SHAFT IS SOFT METAL THAT SPREDS WHEN BOLT
IS SECURED.
it is easy! changing a flat tire is harder. for my 2cents! i know that custom wheels are
great looking! but taking out the airbag is like parachuting with out a reserve chute!
when you think you don't need it you will!!!
4-D LOW
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1999 F-150 5.4 SB,FS, AUTO,BLACK XL, 3.55 GR
K&N MOD, CATBACK, SUPERCHIP, 275-16 ON POLISHED 16X8 PYTHONS.3-4 BELL TECH DROP
POLISHED ALU GRILL, BLACK FLUSH CHECKMATE TONN COVER
CLEARS ALWAY AROUND,STREET SMART MIRRORS
WISH-LIST: F-1 COBRA HOOD,PULLYS,ELECT FAN,POWERAID,ON&ON.
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From: SOUTH ARLINGTON,TX
4-D LOW,HOW DO I TAKE THE AIR BAG TO GET TO THE CENTER BOLT ON THE STEERING WHEEL???
AND WOULD IT MESS UP MY COMPUTER???
THANKS A LOT.
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2000 XLT,EXT CAB,BLACK,5.4,AUTO,K&N FIPK,BILLET GRILL,SS MIRRORS,CLEAR CORNERS,BLUE HEAD & REVERSE LIGHTS,DUAL FLOWMASTERS,3.5"TIPS ON FRONT OF REAR RIGHT WHEEL,4-6 DROP,18"KMC CHROME TARANTULAS,WITH 255-45-ZR18"S
AND WOULD IT MESS UP MY COMPUTER???
THANKS A LOT.
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2000 XLT,EXT CAB,BLACK,5.4,AUTO,K&N FIPK,BILLET GRILL,SS MIRRORS,CLEAR CORNERS,BLUE HEAD & REVERSE LIGHTS,DUAL FLOWMASTERS,3.5"TIPS ON FRONT OF REAR RIGHT WHEEL,4-6 DROP,18"KMC CHROME TARANTULAS,WITH 255-45-ZR18"S