Dmac0312 Posted June 13, 2013 Share Posted June 13, 2013 Hey all new to the forum here and currently have a small project ongoing with my 87' MJ, my turn signal arm isnt quite working properly and doesnt feel snug I'm thinking something is jammed up internally or broken and am trying to access it but am having trouble, i have taken the steering wheel off but can't seem to get past the steering wheel lock, any adivce will help Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harley Posted June 13, 2013 Share Posted June 13, 2013 you can either get a lock plate removal tool or in some cases you can get by without it. The idea is to compress the lock plate and remove the ring clip from the center. once you compress the plate you will be able to see the ring. remove that and 4 screws removes the turn signal assembly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dmac0312 Posted June 13, 2013 Author Share Posted June 13, 2013 Is this lock plate removal tool a common tool that i can pick up at an auto parts store? doesnt sound it :???: also has anyone else done this without the tool if so how difficult was it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harley Posted June 13, 2013 Share Posted June 13, 2013 You can rent that tool for free at autozone. I'm sure others carry it too. Using the tool is the easiest as that lock plate is spring loaded. In a pinch i have done it without the tool though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snakedoc67 Posted June 14, 2013 Share Posted June 14, 2013 I've done it by pressing down with a screwdriver until i could get the clip out but it is a pain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOrnbrod Posted June 14, 2013 Share Posted June 14, 2013 They are only about $8 at AZ, so just buy it - you'll need again and again. Helpful link: http://www.elcaminocentral.com/showthread.php?t=27192 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keyav8r Posted June 14, 2013 Share Posted June 14, 2013 Trust me, it is a TOTAL PITA to do it without the tool, I speak from experience and have the screwdriver scars to prove it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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