How to remove the steering wheel on the Niva

I want to say right away that this guide to removing the steering wheel was given using the example of a VAZ 2121 Niva, that is, an old model. But in fact, the order of actions performed during this repair is almost the same, so this instruction is quite suitable for other modifications of the Niva, such as 21213 and 21214. In order to perform this procedure without any problems, you will need a tool such as:

1. Phillips screwdriver
2. Vorotok
3. Head 24
4. Extension

First, from the underside of the steering wheel, you need to unscrew the bolts that attach the trim (signal button), as shown in the photo below:

They are on both sides. Then we remove this overlay:

Further, it is advisable to turn the steering wheel all the way to the left, so that later it would be more convenient to unscrew the fastening nut:

When this has been dealt with, you can try to pull the steering wheel towards you from the back side in order to try to remove it from the splines. If this cannot be done, then you can spray it with penetrating grease and then beat it with your hands from opposite sides of the steering wheel. Usually this can be done without unnecessary problems:

If you need to replace the steering wheel on the Niva, then the price of a new one is about 1000 rubles, if we consider the factory version. If you choose from other manufacturers, then the prices are different, starting from 600 rubles, but the quality is not always better than the original.