Steering Wheel Lock Plate Tool - Wilmar - Performance Tool

The Wilmar - Performance Tool W80650 Steering Wheel Lock Plate Tool is a specialized instrument engineered for professional automotive technicians. This robust tool is essential for the safe and efficient removal and installation of steering wheel lock plates, facilitating comprehensive steering column service across a wide range of domestic and import vehicles. It provides a controlled method for compressing the lock plate, significantly reducing the potential for injury and protecting adjacent components.

Key Features

• Broad Vehicle Compatibility: Designed for versatility, this tool is compatible with a diverse array of domestic and import steering wheels, accommodating both tilt and telescoping models.
• Comprehensive Adapter Set: Includes both SAE and metric adapters to ensure compatibility with various lock ring sizes and types encountered across different vehicle manufacturers.
• Professional-Grade Durability: Constructed from high-quality, durable materials with a sturdy 3-inch yoke width, built to withstand frequent use and provide long-term, reliable performance in professional settings.
• Precision Engineering: Engineered for a secure and accurate fit, this tool minimizes the risk of damage to delicate steering column components during operation.
• Enhanced Efficiency: Provides a streamlined approach for compressing the lock plate, optimizing repair processes for turn signal switches, ignition mechanisms, and other internal steering column components.

Applications

This tool is indispensable for various automotive repair and maintenance tasks, including:

• Steering Column Service: Critical for disassembling and reassembling steering columns when replacing components such as turn signal switches, ignition mechanisms, or other internal parts.
• Lock Plate Management: Specifically utilized to compress the steering wheel lock plate, enabling the precise removal and installation of the retaining ring during steering system repairs.
• General Steering System Repair: A fundamental tool for mechanics performing diagnostics, maintenance, and repair on steering systems and associated components.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Wilmar - Performance Tool
• Model Number: W80650
• Weight: 0.85 lbs
• Dimensions: 3.8 x 1.8 x 0.6 inches