How to Remove the Steering Wheel of a Zotye T600
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There are two bolts under the steering wheel of the Zotye T600. First, remove the bolts and gently lift the steering wheel. Then, disconnect the clock spring connector from the generator. Note that there is usually a lock on the connector. Finally, pull out the small pin to remove the steering wheel. Here are the detailed steps for removing the steering wheel of a Zotye T600: 1. Disconnect the Zotye T600 battery. 2. Turn the Zotye T600 steering wheel approximately 90°. 3. Insert a small flat-head screwdriver into the hole behind the steering wheel from front to back. 4. Insert the screwdriver head between the retaining spring and the airbag hook. Use gentle force to lift the retaining spring away from the hook, and the airbag will automatically pop slightly toward the seat. 5. Then, turn the Zotye T600 steering wheel 180° and repeat the process on the opposite side to release the retaining spring (if it is difficult, gently press the already lifted side of the airbag, but avoid applying too much force to re-engage the clip into the retaining spring). 6. Remove the airbag, release the yellow safety latch behind the airbag, and unplug the airbag connector to remove the airbag. 7. Unplug the airbag coupling coil connector located above the inside of the steering wheel. 8. Use a spline wrench to loosen the central fixing bolt of the steering wheel counterclockwise. 9. Finally, carefully remove the Zotye T600 steering wheel (be cautious to prevent the coupling coil below from rotating accidentally).
I enjoy tinkering with my car in my spare time, and removing the steering wheel is something you can't take lightly. There are tricks to doing it right with models like the Zotye T600. First, gather your tools: a star wrench and a steering wheel puller, and make sure to have a good helper or video reference handy. The steps involve turning off the engine and disconnecting the negative battery terminal for at least 20 minutes to ensure the airbag is safe; then, carefully pry off the center cover of the steering wheel and disconnect the airbag wiring plug. Remove the central large nut, paying attention to any anti-loosening marks, and use the puller to gently remove the wheel. Take your time with the process—if the airbag deploys, it could be disastrous. The first time I did this, I rushed and nearly had an accident, so now I always wear safety goggles. By the way, cleaning the dust off the steering column after removal can improve the feel, but if you're inexperienced, it's best not to attempt it. If you don’t have the right tools, you can buy a specialized kit online—don’t force it with a regular wrench, as it could deform the steering wheel or damage the car’s computer system.