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Old 09-12-08, 07:47 PM
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Angry SC300 steering wheel won't go down!!!

When I purchased the car, the telescopic wheel would work fine, but not long after owning it, I accidentally pushed up on the adjustment button/switch and now it won't go back down. When I press it, I can hear it trying, but it will not budge even if I push it while holding the button. Can anyone help me? I have no idea how to fix this. Thanks

Dee E.
Old 09-12-08, 09:44 PM
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Originally Posted by N1T3MARE
When I purchased the car, the telescopic wheel would work fine, but not long after owning it, I accidentally pushed up on the adjustment button/switch and now it won't go back down. When I press it, I can hear it trying, but it will not budge even if I push it while holding the button. Can anyone help me? I have no idea how to fix this. Thanks

Dee E.
I took mine apart and was able to insert a couple steel washers to space the plastic gear that is in there into the correct position...

I wouldn't try this unless you like taking stuff apart and trying to figure out how it goes back together...

the motor is on the underside of the steering wheel...
Old 09-13-08, 05:39 AM
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Yeah, I just did a search and found c-irie's thread about fixing it. I'm sure that will do it. And no, I'm not afraid take things apart. I love it. Thanks for the help man.

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