Best way to remove center hub caps
#1
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Best way to remove center hub caps
I want to replace my center wheel caps bought some cool matte black caps but I am afraid to scratch or damage the originals if I pry them off.
What is the best way to or how can I remove the center hub caps without removing the tires is there a trick any advice would be great.
Thanks ... Dr. G
What is the best way to or how can I remove the center hub caps without removing the tires is there a trick any advice would be great.
Thanks ... Dr. G
#3
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Pry it off gently I will try that Thanks don't want to break the tabs !!
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#5
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This is why I love MBWorld what a great resource Thanks Turbotonee took your advice I easily poped off the center MB star ring, however (and this may be a dumb question) I have the 19"/20" AMG Cross-Spoke Forged Wheels-Titanium there is a larger ring that is around the MB star center ring this I was not able to pull off with the 3M Tape. Does this come off ? New caps I have need this to be romoved as well to snap in I could not pull it off easily and did not want to force it any advice ??
#6
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This is why I love MBWorld what a great resource Thanks Turbotonee took your advice I easily poped off the center MB star ring, however (and this may be a dumb question) I have the 19"/20" AMG Cross-Spoke Forged Wheels-Titanium there is a larger ring that is around the MB star center ring this I was not able to pull off with the 3M Tape. Does this come off ? New caps I have need this to be romoved as well to snap in I could not pull it off easily and did not want to force it any advice ??
#7
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Got it figured out rims have a plastic cup like ring tool that is located in the rear left boot compartment. The cap fits over the outer ring and un screws then center caps can pop out for your change out ...
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#8
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Most Mercedes come with the caps that everyone on this thread thought you had.
#9
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Thanks AHI (Photo attached for anyone interested) also I see you ordered a GTR that's awsome hope to see photos when it lands !!
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#10
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Thanks AHI (Photo attached for anyone interested) also I see you ordered a GTR that's awsome hope to see photos when it lands !!
We are Heading up to Toronto in June for our 20th anaversity so far we plan on dinner a top the famed CN Tower, a ball game & Second City any other restaurant suggestions ??!!
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#11
Thanks AHI (Photo attached for anyone interested) also I see you ordered a GTR that's awsome hope to see photos when it lands !!
We are Heading up to Toronto in June for our 20th anaversity so far we plan on dinner a top the famed CN Tower, a ball game & Second City any other restaurant suggestions ??!!
We are Heading up to Toronto in June for our 20th anaversity so far we plan on dinner a top the famed CN Tower, a ball game & Second City any other restaurant suggestions ??!!
#12
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Center Cap Tool
In my GTS the Center Cap Tool is located in the boot cubbie where the fuses and flat tire pump is it was nesting in a slot behind the door kind of tricky to find dealer had to show me where it was hiding (photo attached) hope this helps...
#14
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I can look tomorrow to see if a part number it printed on it, I would think if your tires were ordered with your car stock you must have it somewhere love the ride by the way was my 2nd choice ...
#20
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Mercedes Wheel Spanner
Part# A000-581-00-00
I needed one because my S63 Coupe came with the standard wheels as a CPO. I bought a pull off set of 10-spoke forged wheels off Ebay, but they did not come with the spanner. Never thought about it until I took it to get new tires. Both the shop who installed the forged wheels and the shop that replaced the tires had one on hand, but I figured I should have one in the trunk...
They are not expensive, about $45 delivered.
#21
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Found the tool. It is literally next to the tirefit tank. you cant see it but you can reach in and grab it
#24
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Any more information? I went to the tire store yesterday due to noticing a nail in one of the tires on my 2021 GLE63S with the 22" forged wheels. They did not know who to get the aluminum cover over the lug bolts off. The tool for removing the plastic star center cap was in the glove box in my vehicle. Once that is removed, there is no apparent way to remove the aluminum cover over the lug bolts. I went to the dealership yesterday (Saturday), but their service personnel had gone home, and the delivery guys had no idea. There is no place to pry, and these are VERY expensive wheels. I'll go to the dealership when I have time in a few days, but it seems likely that somebody here knows. A photo(s) would also be very helpful to me and everyone else who searches and finds this thread.