Removing Wheel Center Caps 2013 C300

Aug 11, 2019 | 09:53 PM

Garrett Burke

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Removing Wheel Center Caps 2013 C300

I'm trying to replace my wheel center caps with some new ones without removing the wheels. Anyone know a good technique?

I can't get a suction cup to grip and have been unable to get any leverage using a screwdriver (covered with a rag to protect the wheels of course!). I've been thinking of gluing the suction cups to the old caps with a strong glue or using some kind of strong tape.

Any suggestions or experiences from someone who has tried to do the same?

Last edited by Garrett Burke; Aug 11, 2019 at 09:59 PM.

Aug 11, 2019 | 10:36 PM

MB Marko

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2012 C300 4Matic Sport Sedan

I would drill a hole in them there just plastic. Then just use a screw driver and wedge to pry them out.

Aug 12, 2019 | 12:27 PM

Tom in Austin

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Are they the blue/silver plastic ones? Pry up carefully around the edge ...

Aug 12, 2019 | 04:57 PM

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Are they the blue/silver plastic ones? Pry up carefully around the edge ...

Yep. I can't seem to get under them though. Will try again soon.

Aug 12, 2019 | 04:57 PM

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I would drill a hole in them there just plastic. Then just use a screw driver and wedge to pry them out.

Thanks! I might try this as a last resort

Aug 13, 2019 | 07:41 AM

gamma300C

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They make removable shower grab handles with suction cup/lever action attachments...they really hold and were able to remove my center caps. Available at hardware stores, big box stores, and probably eBay.

Aug 13, 2019 | 01:26 PM

Tom in Austin

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In truth, it's tricky to get these out with the wheel installed, the three hooks underneath do a good job of holding in place. For me personally, I'd just take the wheel off, clean and wax the barrels or something, and pop out the centers from the inside.