991.2 Steering Wheel Removal / Install DIY
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Does the steering wheel bolt need to be replaced for this install? Is this the correct part?
https://www.suncoastparts.com/mm5/me...1&Store_Code=P
https://www.suncoastparts.com/mm5/me...1&Store_Code=P
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Does the steering wheel bolt need to be replaced for this install? Is this the correct part?
https://www.suncoastparts.com/mm5/me...1&Store_Code=P
https://www.suncoastparts.com/mm5/me...1&Store_Code=P
Anyway, yes, that looks like it - OP has a photo of it in the very first post.
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Great DIY!
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Does the steering wheel bolt need to be replaced for this install? Is this the correct part?
https://www.suncoastparts.com/mm5/me...1&Store_Code=P
https://www.suncoastparts.com/mm5/me...1&Store_Code=P
I do know of someone that did not replace the bolt when they did it and everything was still fine.
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Thanks everybody. The reason I’m asking is I’m preparing for JCR shift paddle install. I ordered the bolt and a couple spares from Suncoast.
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I understand what you mean by the loctite but couldn’t the op, alternatively, just buy the blue loctite stuff and dab some on? I’m not trying to be a smarta**, I’m really curious as to if this bolt is consider a “wear” item? I can see engine bolts that may “stretch”, but on the steering wheel??
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You mean torque to 37ft/lbs and then turn the bolt another 90 degrees (1/4 turn) ?
I did this install last night and am not feeling very confident about it. I torqued to 37 plus one more little bump and had to reuse the stock steering wheel bolt with a dab of loctite.
The replacement bolts I ordered from Suncoast (mentioned by me earlier in this thread) were about 2.5mm long - the stock bolt was about 1.5mm. This is for .2GT3RS
Does anyone know where to get the 1.5mm stock bolt and can anyone confirm the proper torque specs? 37 ft lb PLUS 1/4 turn seems like A LOT. Thanks RL
I did this install last night and am not feeling very confident about it. I torqued to 37 plus one more little bump and had to reuse the stock steering wheel bolt with a dab of loctite.
The replacement bolts I ordered from Suncoast (mentioned by me earlier in this thread) were about 2.5mm long - the stock bolt was about 1.5mm. This is for .2GT3RS
Does anyone know where to get the 1.5mm stock bolt and can anyone confirm the proper torque specs? 37 ft lb PLUS 1/4 turn seems like A LOT. Thanks RL
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You mean torque to 37ft/lbs and then turn the bolt another 90 degrees (1/4 turn) ?
I did this install last night and am not feeling very confident about it. I torqued to 37 plus one more little bump and had to reuse the stock steering wheel bolt with a dab of loctite.
The replacement bolts I ordered from Suncoast (mentioned by me earlier in this thread) were about 2.5mm long - the stock bolt was about 1.5mm. This is for .2GT3RS
Does anyone know where to get the 1.5mm stock bolt and can anyone confirm the proper torque specs? 37 ft lb PLUS 1/4 turn seems like A LOT. Thanks RL
I did this install last night and am not feeling very confident about it. I torqued to 37 plus one more little bump and had to reuse the stock steering wheel bolt with a dab of loctite.
The replacement bolts I ordered from Suncoast (mentioned by me earlier in this thread) were about 2.5mm long - the stock bolt was about 1.5mm. This is for .2GT3RS
Does anyone know where to get the 1.5mm stock bolt and can anyone confirm the proper torque specs? 37 ft lb PLUS 1/4 turn seems like A LOT. Thanks RL
Updated with printout from dealership.
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Thanks, it is good. Somewhat on topic but if someone needs a replacement airbag cover I have just 1 left from the ones I sourced for those that want to customize their trim ring or crest.
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Even IF someone would go on record and say that the SRS system is only “live” with the ignition on (I’ve HEARD that but have not seen documented proof), I don’t think you are going to find many people on a public forum willing to say to skip a safety step. HOWEVER, I did not disconnect and had no issues (do it at your own risk, I may have just been foolish & lucky). -Dom
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Great post. Did you have any issues after re-connecting your battery? Do you know why a dealer would have to re-code the replacement wheel? If you didn't do that on your new wheel, what would the after affects be?