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Removing the Steering Wheel and Airbag from the Ford Focus

Model: Ford Focus MK 2, Focus 2 - Years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
Part: Steering wheel

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Today you will see the instructions to remove and replace the steering wheel and its airbag on the Ford Focus. First, get inside the vehicle and start by removing the airbag from the steering wheel by pushing on the rear holes and disconnecting the electrical connector found at the back; then unscrew the central screw of the steering wheel to remove it, disconnecting any wiring for the steering wheel controls as shown in the video.

At this point, replace the steering wheel with the new one, remounting it correctly; finally, install the steering wheel airbag by applying the reverse procedure!


Posted on 18 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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