Steering Wheel Removal - Mercedes GLE 2019-2023

2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE 300d

This removal was carried out on a 2020 Mercedes GLE 300d, however the principle is the same for this style of steering wheel across the 2019–2023 Mercedes range.

⚠ Safety Notice — Read Before Starting This guide involves working with the airbag system. Always disconnect the vehicle battery and wait at least 10 minutes before handling any airbag components. Place the removed airbag face-up in a safe location away from the work area.

Tools & Equipment Required

  • 10mm socket & ratchet
  • T10 Torx bit
  • Trim removal tool, Allen key or flat-head screwdriver

  1. Disconnect the Battery

    Locate the battery and disconnect the negative terminal. On the GLE (RHD vehicles) the battery is located under the passenger seat — slide the seat forwards and upwards to access it. Remove the trim panel to reach the negative terminal. Use a 10mm socket to remove the terminal clamp and stow the cable somewhere it cannot make contact with the battery.

  2. Remove the Airbag

    Using a trim tool, Allen key or screwdriver, locate the two soft points on the steering wheel carcass — one at roughly the 5 o'clock position and one at the 7 o'clock position. Pierce through the rubber at each point to engage the spring clip. This releases the airbag from its mounting points.

  3. Unplug the Airbag Connector

    Once the airbag is free, unplug the airbag connector by depressing the two plastic retaining clips. Once disconnected, place the airbag face-up in a safe location away from your work area.

  4. Disconnect the Wiring Harness

    Repeat the disconnection process for the steering wheel wiring harness connector (brown connector).

  5. Remove the Centre Bolt

    Use a T10 Torx bit to remove the steering wheel centre bolt.

  6. Remove the Steering Wheel

    With the centre bolt removed, pull the steering wheel directly towards you in a straight line to remove it from the vehicle.

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