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Rover 800 Workshop Manual (1996-1999)19 · Steering
19 · Steering & suspension

Steering wheel (page 2 of 2)

Make
Rover
Model
800 Workshop Manual
Year
1996–1999
Section
Repairs
SteeringSteering wheel · page 2 of 2
  1. Disconnect switch multiplug from rotary coupler harness.
  2. Release harness from steering wheel clip.
  3. Mark steering wheel to column relationship.
  4. Loosen locknut securing steering wheel.
  5. Release steering wheel from column and remove locknut, feed wiring through aperture and remove steering wheel assembly. Do not carry out further dismantling if component is removed for access only.
  6. Disconnect 2 Lucars from horn connectors.
  7. Disconnect cruise control multiplug.
  8. Remove 2 screws securing radio remote switch to steering wheel.
  9. Remove 2 screws securing cruise control switch to steering wheel.
  10. Remove 3 screws securing mounting bracket to steering wheel.
  11. Remove mounting bracket.
  12. Remove radio remote switch.
  13. Remove cruise control switch.

Refit

  1. Position radio remote and cruise control switches and insert wiring into steering wheel grooves.
  2. Fit mounting bracket. Ensure wiring is positioned correctly.
  3. Engage cruise control switch in steering wheel and secure.
  4. Engage radio remote switch in steering wheel and secure.
  5. Connect cruise control multiplug and position in steering wheel groove.
  6. Feed wiring through aperture and carefully engage steering wheel on column.

CAUTION: Ensure steering is in straight ahead position with steering wheel hub horizontal.

  1. Fit locknut and tighten to 50 Nm.
  2. Connect harness multiplug and fit into groove.
  3. Connect horn Lucars.
  4. Fit harness into clip.
  5. Fit driver’s airbag module. See RESTRAINT SYSTEMS, Repairs.

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