Wheel center cap removal

[YellowLab]

Anyone found a way to remove the wheel center caps for painting without removing the wheels?

 

[black_sedan]

You can probably try prying it with a small pic or screwdriver but ultimately the best way is to take the wheel off and push it out. You would probably nick both the wheel and the center caps using a tool

 

[TNTChris]

Does anyone know the exact size, per Lexus, of the center caps? I tried ordering some overlay decals and they came in too small…the story of my life…LOL. I guess my measurements were wrong…again.

 

[YellowLab]

Does anyone know the exact size, per Lexus, of the center caps? I tried ordering some overlay decals and they came in too small…the story of my life…LOL. I guess my measurements were wrong…again.

Decals will not work well since the L is raised

 

[TNTChris]

They make blank smooth surface center caps and that I was looking for the exact measurements so I can order some to put decals on.

 

[YellowLab]

Found an easy way to do it. Tomorrow is my early 5K service that includes tire rotation - going to have the dealer take them off.

 

[BETN]

I've done it before by using strong duct tape. Make a loop with the tape, apply it to the cap, make sure it's on there good, then pull straight out. I was able to get them off with no problem.

 

[YellowLab]

I've done it before by using strong duct tape. Make a loop with the tape, apply it to the cap, make sure it's on there good, then pull straight out. I was able to get them off with no problem.

I hear ya - but figure I'l going to the dealer anyway - so let the be useful for a change