How to Remove the Horn Ring on a 1958 Lincoln Capri

Iskandar Blogger 4:04 AM

Ford Motor Company completely redesigned its Lincoln line of cars for the 1958 model year. Although the 1958 Lincolns were all-new, the model names were the same as used on the 1957 models. The Capri was the entry-level Lincoln, while the Premiere was more upscale. Lincolns of this era -- as well as other makes of vehicles -- had a chrome horn button mounted at the center of the steering wheel. A large ring connected to projecting spokes on the button. Pressing anywhere on the button, spokes or ring will activate the horns. Removal of the horn ring may be necessary to access the steering wheel retaining nut or turn signal parts.

Instructions

Remove Horn Button

    1

    Open the hood. Loosen the clamp on the negative battery cable with a wrench. Twist the cable off the negative battery terminal and push it to the side.

    2

    Wrap a end large flat-blade screwdriver with a few wraps of electrical tape to soften the sharp edges.

    3

    Insert the end of the screwdriver between the steering wheel hub and the underside of the horn button.

    4

    Lift up on the handle of the screwdriver until the horn ring disengages from the steering wheel hub. Remove the horn button from the steering wheel. Use care so as not to damage the finish of the steering wheel or the horn ring.

Install Horn Button

    5

    Line up the spokes on the horn button with the spokes on the steering wheel.

    6

    Push down on the center of the horn button until it snaps into place.

    7

    Test the operation of the button to ensure it is not binding and returns to its original position when released.

    8

    Connect and tighten the negative battery cable. Close the hood.

    9

    Push down on the horn button to test the horn operation.