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In vehicles with a Tyre Pressure Loss
Indicator, the system must be re-
synchronised when snow chains are fitted
→ page 325.
Hubcaps
Centre wheel trim
Fig. 187
Removing the centre wheel trim by
pulling off.
The centre wheel trim protects the wheel
bolts and must be fitted again after changing
the wheel.
— To remove: take the wire hook from the
vehicle toolkit → page 292 and insert it in-
to a hole (alloy wheel) or fit it on the edge
(steel wheel) of the trim →
— Pull off the cover in the direction of the ar-
row.
— To fit: press the centre wheel trim against
the rim until you feel it engage.
Fig. 188
turning.
— To remove: turn the centre wheel trim
clockwise or anticlockwise until it is re-
leased from the rim.
— Reach behind one of the ribs and pull off
the centre wheel trim.
— To fit: place the centre wheel trim central-
ly on the rim.
— Press the centre wheel trim against the
rim until you feel it engage.
WARNING
Using unsuitable hubcaps, or fitting them
incorrectly, can cause accidents and serious
injuries.
Incorrectly fitted hubcaps can become
loose while the vehicle is in motion and en-
danger other road users.
Fig.
187.
·
Do not use damaged hubcaps.
·
Always ensure that the airflow to cool
the brakes is not restricted or reduced.
This also applies if hubcaps are retrofit-
ted. If the airflow is not sufficient, the
braking distance could increase signifi-
cantly.
Removing the centre wheel trim by
Hubcaps
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