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Steering Column And Wheel - Steering Wheel, Lower Spoke Cover - Remove And Replace: Remove

  1. Remove the rear underhood apron. See UNDERHOOD TRIM - REAR APRON ASSEMBLY - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
  2. Disconnect the LV power. See LV Battery - Li-Ion - Disconnect And Connect .
  3. Remove the driver airbag. See FRONT AIR BAGS - DRIVER AIRBAG ASSEMBLY - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
  4. Remove the steering wheel. See STEERING COLUMN AND WHEEL - STEERING WHEEL - PUR LEATHER - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
  5. Remove the airbag bracket bolts (x4) from the steering wheel and collect the springs (x4) underneath the bolts, and then disconnect the connector.
    NOTE: There is a spring under each of the 4 bolts; take care and do not lose them.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Cordless 1/4 in Dr Ratchet
    • Torx T30 socket
    • 4 in extension
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  6. Remove the screws (x2) that attach the lower spoke cover to the front of the steering wheel.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Cordless 1/4 in Dr Ratchet
    • Torx T8 bit
    • 4 in extension
    G16601663Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  7. Remove the bolts (x4) that attach the lower spoke cover to the back of the steering wheel.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Cordless 1/4 in Dr Ratchet
    • Torx T20 socket
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  8. Remove the harness from the lower spoke cover harness bracket.
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  9. Remove the locator clips (x2) that attach the lower spoke cover to the steering wheel, and then remove the cover from the steering wheel.
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