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How to Remove the Steering Wheel and Ignition on the Volkswagen Golf 5

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

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Today, in this video tutorial, see the necessary instructions to remove the steering wheel and ignition lock on the Volkswagen Golf fifth series. First, disconnect the battery; then turn the steering wheel to one side and then the other to release the airbag from the steering wheel, pressing with a flat screwdriver on the slots, as illustrated in the video.

Now disconnect the airbag electrical connector and use a Torx key with an extension to unscrew the central screw of the steering wheel; you can finally remove it, following the video to the end for the disassembly of the ignition cylinder!


Updated on 22 April 2026 by ScegliAuto


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