2001 LS430 center wheel hub cap removal ?
#1
2001 LS430 center wheel hub cap removal ?
i bought a used 2001 LS430 recently. I had new tires put on and shortly after noticed one had fallen off. I wanted to check others and 2 more came off easily in my hand. I noticed one out of the 3 plastic clips were broken on each. I ordered 3 new ones, however I was looking to see how these are supposed to come off safely since the must have been broken at the tire shop and just set in the rim. If I know how to remove them I could take them off myself before any tire work. I haven't been able to find anything online, but it sounds like some are saying entire tire must be removed? Any info is appreciated.
#2
The safest way to remove the wheel center cap is to push/tap it straight out from behind the wheel. This will require you to take the wheel off in order to access the back of the cap.
If you try to pry the wheel center cap off from the front, you will risk tilting the cap excessively and break the plastic tabs used to hold it in place. Also, you can easily damage the plastic cap's edge by prying.
If you try to pry the wheel center cap off from the front, you will risk tilting the cap excessively and break the plastic tabs used to hold it in place. Also, you can easily damage the plastic cap's edge by prying.
#3
The safest way to remove the wheel center cap is to push/tap it straight out from behind the wheel. This will require you to take the wheel off in order to access the back of the cap.
If you try to pry the wheel center cap off from the front, you will risk tilting the cap excessively and break the plastic tabs used to hold it in place. Also, you can easily damage the plastic cap's edge by prying.
If you try to pry the wheel center cap off from the front, you will risk tilting the cap excessively and break the plastic tabs used to hold it in place. Also, you can easily damage the plastic cap's edge by prying.
#5
I had a similar issue 6 months ago when I replaced my tires. Every center cap had the tabs broken. The tire shop tech more than likely just pushed them out with the handle of a screwdriver or hammer and broke all the tabs. I believe the spring holding them in should be squeezed in and then remove the cap. In my case, I noticed it as soon as I picked up my car and the shop (sears) gave me 4 new center caps. I'll be warning the next shop when I go for my rotation and balance.
#7
Costco- good customer service
I emailed COSTCO and explained what happened and they should be responsible. Recently heard back that they will send me a check for reimbursement. Wasn't cool that local COSTCO broke them in the first place and didn't mention it, but nice that headquarters is stepping up and doing the right thing.
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