How to remove steering wheel wood trim

[atraudes]

Does anybody know if it's possible to remove the wood trim pieces from a 2002-2004 I35 steering wheel and how?



I actually have a QX4 but they share the same wheel, so I thought I'd tap this deep well of knowledge as well I'd like to re-wrap the wood trim pieces in a 3M vinyl, but take them off this time so I can properly wrap the pieces instead of just cutting it at the edge. They are single pieces that are only on the front of the wheel instead of being a solid piece so I'm guessing they can be snapped/pulled off, but I don't want to force it and risk ruining the wheel.

Thanks guys!

[frapjap]

Thats a good question!

You might want to take a peek at the factory service manual link in my signature. There may be something about the steering wheel there.
When you decide to go through with the project, post up a little DYI on your custom wheel build!

[Fezzik]

I've taken that wheel off because mine chipped. There is no way of removing the wood overlay without damaging the wheel. You can get a wrap to go over it. but it is all one piece. I just bought another wheel off ebay. When taking the wheel off you will need a security bit for the airbag.

[atraudes]

Well, that's exactly what I needed to know, even if it's not what I was rooting for It's gotta make reupholstering it challenging.

Thank you sir!