jeepogeek Posted September 18, 2020 Share Posted September 18, 2020 I need to replace the ignition cylinder on the '87 MJ. I can't figure out how to remove the steering wheel cover so I can get at the nut. If anyone has the removal procedure I'd appreciate the advice. Photo shows the wheel I'm dealing with. I may get the metal spoke type instead of this one, but first I need to get the cylinder out since the ears are missing and were broken off. It's very hard to turn the key without the ears. Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimB Posted September 18, 2020 Share Posted September 18, 2020 There are two Phillip screws on the back side . Remove and cover should come off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeepogeek Posted September 18, 2020 Author Share Posted September 18, 2020 No screws there! But there may have been because there are holes and bosses underneath. I can lift the cover and see that there is nothing on the arms that are holding it on. It seems to only be held by something at the center hub location under that contact foam plate you see in the middle. And I can't figure out how to remove that gizmo and I don't want to bugger that up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeepogeek Posted September 25, 2020 Author Share Posted September 25, 2020 As it turned out, there was a third screw holding it on. Was able to remove the steering wheel with the help of a puller borrowed from Advance Auto. This allowed me to replace the key cylinder. Thanks to the articles found on this site. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted September 25, 2020 Share Posted September 25, 2020 there's always one more screw than you plan on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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