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      11-17-2012, 03:02 PM   #1
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Replacing Steering Wheels Spokes...help!

I have a new set of spokes and was able to replace the lower spoke easily. I am now stuck on the two side spokes. I removed the torx screws but it appears that not only holds the spoke together but holds the buttons on as well. Even after removing the screw, the spoke won't come off as the button component is in the middle (those of you who have removed these will know what I am talking about).

So, my question is, how do I get these off from here? I have read a thread about inserting a screwdriver into the holes on top and pushing in on some sort of spring to release one side of the airbag at a time and then removing the airbag to gain access but I cannot seem to feel any kind of spring and I don't want to continue poking around in there in case I cut a wire. Any advice??

Also, the button housings themselves are also scratched up and I would like to replace them but I cannot find a p/n for them anywhere including realoem.com. Has anyone also replaced these? If so, p/n ??

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