I have a 54 x type and want to take the steering wheel off . What kind of fixing is in the two holes in the wheel centre undeneath are they hex or philips ?, Just being lazy

Thanks
Ian

 

Ian,
The fixings on either side of the centre pad (airbag & horn) are Hex... so you need set of metric allen keys for those. You need to depress the pad slightly on each side to fully insert the hex key.
Note: The two securing screws are captive and do not come out fully (as you may expect) just keep unscrewing until the pad is released on both sides.

Please be careful if you have not disarmed the Airbag beforehand. There are procedures to follow when electrically disconnecting the Airbag - so be cautious there.

Once you have the Pad/Airbag out the way, the main securing bolt used for the steering wheel is Torx. (T25)

Hope this helps......

 

Thanks a lot
save a bit of fumbling
surprised the steering wheel retainer is not the usual large nut.
Dont worry I am changing the battery tomorrow so that will take care of the airbag
Ian

 

Does anyone know if the steering wheel and gear knob in y 54 x type are real leather or vinyl , I think the steering wheel is

 

Leather

 

mind you at £88.00 it should be gold
thanks

Ian