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How do I remove this steering column plastic?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by ToyotaRacingDev, Dec 25, 2018.

  1. Dec 25, 2018 at 1:30 PM
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    ToyotaRacingDev

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    I’m trying to wire a remote start and can I get this plastic off. I looked for screws and couldn’t see any, I pulled on it but don’t want to break the plastic. Couldn’t find anything helpful online either

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  2. Dec 25, 2018 at 1:35 PM
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    TacoJova

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    Turn the steering wheel and there should be 2 screws you need to take out behind the steering wheel
     
  3. Dec 25, 2018 at 1:38 PM
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    Done but how to I get the top and bottom half disconnected
     
  4. Dec 25, 2018 at 1:54 PM
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    Thank you very much, where did you get that image

    I got the sides off but it’s stuck towards the front and signal switch
     
  6. Dec 25, 2018 at 2:25 PM
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    Nessmuk

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    Harbor freight has a cheap set of trim tools I used when installing my intermittent wiper switch. Made loosening those clips a breeze.
     
  7. Dec 25, 2018 at 2:26 PM
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    I’m in Canada but I’ll look around for trim tools.


    Edit: found some that I’ll get from princess auto
     
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  8. Dec 25, 2018 at 2:47 PM
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    i usually just push the top part and pull it till it seperates, it wont fully come off, just push back towards the dash. And to actually seperate it i just use a trim tool or flathead with electrical tape over the end in a pinch.
     
  9. Dec 25, 2018 at 2:56 PM
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    Tilt the wheel up or down.

    There may be a single screw on the bottom as well.
     
  10. Dec 25, 2018 at 4:50 PM
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