Steering Wheel upgrade - Steering Wheels


Can I upgrade/change the steering wheel of my 2005 Mustang Premium to the GT steering wheel?

Oct 21, 2008 by Quelly | Posted in Ford

I really like the Silver/Crome look of it. Would match more with billet interior upgrades. I'd like to know if all the specifications would be the same for installation if I were to order the GT steering wheel.

I don't think you're looking for a GT steering wheel, so much as the wheel that came with the "interior upgrade package." Any Ford dealer can order/install this wheel for you.

Wayne W | Oct 21, 2008

It would work, but its not worth it.
Sami A | Oct 21, 2008

how do upgrade my steering wheel in 1991 caura integra?

Jun 08, 2009 by johann f | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs

how do i remove a 91' integra steering wheel and insatall a performance steering wheel?

REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
Without Airbag:

1. Place the steering wheel in the straight ahead position.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Lift off the steering wheel pad.
3. Remove the steering wheel retaining nut and the horn pad.
4. If equipped with cruise control, remove or disconnect the cruise control set/resume switch.
5. Gently rock the steering wheel from side to side and gently hit the backside of each of the steering wheel spokes with equal force from the palms of your hands. Then pull the steering wheel off of the shaft. Avoid hitting the wheel or the shaft with excessive force or the shaft will be damaged.
6. Installation is the reverse of removal.

With Airbag

1. Disconnect both the negative and positive battery cables from the battery.
2. Remove the lower maintenance lid below the airbag and then remove the short connector.
3. Disconnect the connector between the airbag and the cable reel.
4. Connect the short connector to the airbag side of the connector.
5. Remove the left side maintenance lid and the cruise control/set resume switch cover.
6. Insert a T30 Torx® bit and remove the Torx® bolts. Remove the airbag assembly.

--->Be sure to store the airbag in a safe place with the pad side facing upwards.

7. Remove the steering wheel retaining nut. Gently hit the backside of each of the steering wheel spokes with equal force with the palms of the hands. Avoid hitting the wheel or the shaft with excessive force or the shaft will be damaged.

To install:

8. Before installing the steering wheel, the front wheels should be aligned straight forward.
9. Center the cable reel by rotating the cable reel clockwise until it stops. Then rotate it counterclockwise (approximately 2 turns) until the yellow gear tooth lines up with the mark on the cover. The arrow on the cable reel label points straight up.
10. Make sure the wires are not pinched or interfering with other parts when installing the wheel. Install the steering wheel and torque the nut to 36 ft. lbs. (50 Nm).
11. After reassembly confirm that the wheels are still straight ahead and that the steering wheel spoke angle is correct. If minor spoke angle adjustment is necessary, do so only by adjustment of the tie rods, not by removing and repositioning the steering wheel.
12. Using new Torx® screws, torque the airbag to This torque is critical to proper operation of the airbag. Connect the airbag wiring harness and then the battery.
13. After installation, turn the ignition switch ON ; the instrument panel SRS light should turn ON for about 8 seconds and turn OFF .
14. Check operation of the horn and the cruise control switche

Str8Havin It | Jun 08, 2009


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2012 Honda Insight Gets Price Hike, Upgrades

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TORRANCE, California — The base 2012 Honda Insight starts at $19,120, reflecting a $150 price increase. The price includes a $770 destination charge.

The 2011 Insight started at $18,970, including shipping.

Honda on Monday announced some upgrades for the 2012 Insight, including a more distinctive grille design that includes a thin blue accent bar to underscore the fact that it's a hybrid. The Insight also gets restyled front and rear bumpers, more rear-seat legroom and bigger cupholders.

Honda says the restyled bumpers and changes under the vehicle, including the addition of air diffusers under the rear bumper, contribute to an increase in aerodynamic performance and help to boost fuel economy to 41 mpg in city driving and 44 mpg on the highway. The EPA has yet to post official numbers about the 2012 Insight. The 2011 Insight returns 40 mpg in city driving and 43 mpg on the highway, said the EPA on its Web site.

The top-of-the-line 2012 Honda Insight EX with Navigation starts at $24,310, including shipping.

Source: Inside Line

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