Some business and premium cars have a heated steering wheel system. But it turns out that many owners of simpler and cheaper cars also want to feel the warmth of their "steering wheel" when outside the window is far below zero.
Instructions
Step 1
For those who are used to paying for comfort, there are quite expensive car service services. Today, many companies install such an option on cars, however, for very decent money. "Warm" steering wheel, depending on the brand of the car, can cost you from 15 to 20 thousand rubles.
Step 2
It turns out that installing a heated steering wheel is not such an easy thing. First, remove the decorative trim from the steering wheel (usually leather or leatherette), and then the steering wheel itself.
Step 3
After that, install a heating element in the steering wheel rim and install the hidden wiring to the center of the steering wheel. A very important point is to find suitable wires from which the heating element will be powered. Many car owners use a cigarette lighter for this, but not everyone has one. It is possible to connect the steering wheel heating to the standard seat heating system, as well as the heating output to a separate button.
Step 4
At the final stage, tighten the steering wheel rim, install it in place and check the performance of all vehicle systems. As practice shows, experienced car service specialists need at least two days for this.
Step 5
For those who are used to relying on their own strength, there is a great opportunity to solve this problem - to buy a ready-made heating kit and install it yourself. On sale you can find the PitstopHOTHANDS012 steering wheel heating system, which is produced in the form of a braid on the steering wheel, which corresponds to the size of most steering wheels of foreign cars. Connect the supply wire to the heating system when the car is parked. It takes a few minutes to warm up the steering wheel. The price of the system does not cause negative emotions - within 800 rubles.
Step 6
Another system is ACVST40-1001. It can also be switched on separately or in conjunction with heated seats. Its kit includes two heating elements for the steering wheel with a power of 25 to 40W, a fuse with wires and a switch. There will be no problems with the installation of the system, since the kit contains detailed instructions.
