It's real easy to do.

FIrst, pop out the center section of the steering wheel (It's square ish,
has the VW symbol on it, the section you push on to make the horn honk). You
can usually just grab it in the front or back and pull up on it, it will pop
up. Now unplug the two spade connectors that are attached to this. Take that
now detached horn section, and throw it into the passanger seat for later.
See the big nut? That's what holds the wheel on. I believe it's a 23mm but
it could be anything from 20-24, i can't remember exactly.
Put your socket wrench on there, with an extension if necessary, and give it
a twist. You might have to hold onto the steering wheel while doing this.
With the nut off, the wheel is now loose (even if it doesnt seem like it).
It's fit around splines on the steering shaft. Use a 2 arm puller or give it
a whack from the backside with a hammer/mallet.

That's it. It just popped off in your hands and you can throw it on the
passanger seat for later as well.

-Craig
'85GL turned WESTY

On Thu, Feb 19, 2009 at 6:42 PM, Gregory S. Morrison <
gsm@gregorysmorrison.com> wrote:

> I didn't have any luck in the archives - not to say it wasn't there - I
> just
> couldn't find it.
>
> How do you remove a Vanagon steering wheel? It's an '86 if that makes a
> difference. Directions and any "been there done that" tips would be really
> appreciated. I'm pulling it in order to install a new turn signal arm.
>
> Thanks,
> Greg
> 1986 Westy Syncro
>