Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles
Car tutorial (Do it yourself) Motorcycle tutorial (Do it yourself) Frequently Asked Questions

How to Remove the Airbag Steering Wheel on Volkswagen Golf 5

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf 5, MK 5, Golf V - Years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
Part: Steering wheel

See other generations:
Video tutorial

How to remove the airbag steering wheel on Volkswagen Golf 5? This operation is very simple if you follow the various steps. First, disconnect the battery cables (located in the light).

Insert a screwdriver or a small spanner (medium length) into the side slots of the steering wheel and unscrew the retaining pins. Once the pins are removed, disconnect the airbag and its power connectors.

Use a socket to unscrew the pins on the steering wheel, then pull the steering wheel off the steering column. For reassembling the steering wheel, follow the reverse of the steps mentioned above.


Updated on 2 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


Related tutorials

How to Remove the Steering Wheel Airbag from a Volkswagen Golf
How to Remove the Steering Wheel Airbag from a Volkswagen Golf
Volkswagen Golf (2008-2012 / Golf 6, MK 6, 5K1, Golf VI) Before you can start, sit in the driver's seat of your Volkswagen Golf. Begin by releasing the clips that secure the airbag, located on the back of t…
How to Remove the Airbag from a Golf 4
How to Remove the Airbag from a Golf 4
Volkswagen Golf (1997-2003 / Golf IV, Golf 4, MK 4) How to remove the airbag from a Volkswagen Golf? Let's look at removing the steering wheel. Disconnect the battery terminals located in the engine co…
How to Remove the Steering Wheel from a Volkswagen Golf 4
How to Remove the Steering Wheel from a Volkswagen Golf 4
Volkswagen Golf (1997-2003 / Golf IV, Golf 4, MK 4) Need to replace the steering wheel on your VW Golf 4? Here's how to remove the steering wheel and airbag. Disconnect the battery terminals in the eng…

Other guides you may be interested in

How to reset the tyre pressure warning light on the Kia Niro EV?

To reset the tyre pressure warning light on the Kia Niro EV, inflate the tyres until they reach the correct pressure value. This value is indicated on the sticker attached to the driver's door pillar. Once the tyres are inflated, turn on the instrument cluster to check that the warning light has completely disappeared from the display. If it is still present, you may need to drive for a few miles to ensure it disappears completely from the screen.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos