How to Remove the Steering Wheel of a Chery A3?
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The method to remove the steering wheel of a Chery A3 is as follows: 1. Remove the outer cover of the steering wheel; 2. Remove the exposed screws and take out the cruise control panel cover; 3. Use a socket wrench to remove the central screw, and then the steering wheel can be taken off. Taking the 2012 Chery A3 Manual Base model as an example, it belongs to the compact car category with body dimensions of 4282mm in length, 1792mm in width, 1467mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2550mm. The 2012 Chery A3 Manual Base model is equipped with a 1.6L naturally aspirated engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 127PS, a maximum power of 93kW, and a maximum torque of 160Nm.
I've done the disassembly of the Chery A3 steering wheel a few times myself and found it quite interesting. First, you need to disconnect the negative terminal of the car battery—safety first, to prevent the airbag from accidentally deploying. The airbag is located right beneath the steering wheel; just remove the cover panel to see it, usually secured by a few plastic clips that can be carefully pried open with a flathead screwdriver. Then, disconnect the airbag plug, gently pulling it out without damaging the wires. Next, use a 19mm socket to loosen the central spline bolt; once loosened, the steering wheel can be pulled off. Apply even force when pulling it off—don't yank it at an angle. I remember the first time I did it, I struggled to align the spline position and spent half an hour getting it right. When reinstalling, make sure it's aligned to the original position before tightening the bolt. The tools needed are just a screwdriver and a socket wrench, and wearing gloves helps prevent scratches. These steps aren't too difficult, but patience is key—it can save you repair costs and even allow you to upgrade to a cooler steering wheel style.
The first time I took apart the steering wheel of my Chery A3, I was a bit nervous. First, disconnect the car battery and wait half an hour to ensure it's safely discharged. Then, locate the steering wheel cover panel, pry open the clips, and remove it. The airbag unit is fixed there—press gently to release the connector before pulling it out. Loosen the spline bolt with a wrench by turning it a few times, and the steering wheel will become loose. Slowly pull it straight out without tilting. When reinstalling, align it with the marked points. Once, I was so nervous that I forgot to unplug the connector and almost damaged the wires. The tools needed are simple; just use what you have at home. It’s better to do this job with two people—one can hold the steering wheel steady to prevent shaking. After removal, the steering wheel angle can be adjusted for much better comfort, and you can also clean the dust from the seams.
