How to Fit Your
Steering Wheel Cover

Inside your Velox Stitched kit you'll find your pre-cut cover panel, a heavy-duty curved needle, waxed thread (your chosen colour), and a pair of grip gloves. Lay everything out on a clean surface before you begin.

Before fitting the cover, remove the steering wheel from your car. This gives you full 360° access to stitch cleanly. Most wheels use a central bolt (typically 24mm or 27mm). Disconnect the airbag connector before removing — always consult your car's manual for this step.

Stretch the cover over the wheel rim, starting at the top (12 o'clock). Work it around evenly, pulling it snug. The cover should sit taut with the seam ridge facing inward. Use the grip gloves to pull it tight — a firm fit before stitching makes all the difference.

Thread the needle with approximately 80cm of thread and tie a secure double-knot at one end. Begin at the top and use the classic cross-stitch (baseball stitch) pattern, pulling each stitch firm but not so tight it puckers the leather. Work around the wheel in sections.

Once you've stitched all the way around, tie off the thread with three secure knots and trim the excess close to the knot. Run your fingers along the full seam to check tension consistency. Tuck any loose edges under the cover lip for a clean finish.

Refit the wheel in the correct orientation, reconnect the airbag, reattach the battery, and torque the centre bolt to your car's specification. Start the engine and confirm there are no warning lights. You're done — enjoy your transformed interior.