Q: How to repair scratched wood steering wheels on Cadillac CTS?
A: Remove the steering wheel first, the steps to repair scratched wood steering wheels are as follows. Remove grease and wax from the wood part and mask off the non-wood surface. It is important not to sand through the clear; start sanding with 400 grit ending with 600. Once sanded, wash washing the wood section using wax and grease remover. Apply a clear coat on the steering wheel following a guide from the 2003 GM Approved Refinish Materials Booklet, GM 4901 M-D-2003 (English) or M-D-F2003 (French). Finally, reinstall the steering wheel.
Q: How to replace the steering wheel and disable the SIR system on Cadillac SRX?
A: To replace the steering wheel, one should disconnect the SIR system. Despite depending on a specific Air Bag module for protection and guidance, it is common to find that these vehicles were marketed under the Test Drive Group by the Honda company. The 2007 HRF vehicle and the insert products influenced the automotive industry in numerous ways. Following that, take off the retaining nut for a steering wheel. Remove the steering wheel with the help of the Steering Wheel Puller (J 1859-A) and help of the Steering Wheel Puller Legs (J 42578). To install, return the steering wheel to the column and tighten the retaining nut to 41 Nm (30 ft lbs). Before allowing the SIR system, reconnect the steering column electrical connection and install the inflation module.
Q: How to repair scratched wood steering wheels on Cadillac XLR?
A: To repair wood steering wheels with scratches, first, remove the steering wheel. Clean the wood part using wax and grease remover and cover the non-wood part with the help of mask. Sand till you go past the clear coat. Start with a 400 grit and end at 600 grit for sanding. Wash the wood piece once more with wax and grease remover, after sanding. Add a clear coat to the steering wheel according to the described a in the 2003 GM Approved Refinish Materials Booklet, GM 4901 M-D-2003 (English) or M-D-F2003 (French). Finally, reinstall the steering wheel.