Removing the hub cap

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Press on emblem in area (1) and turn in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Turning Emblem

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Open lock with key (1) and remove hub cap (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Hub Cap And Lock With Key

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Installation note:

Make sure that there are 10 friction film pieces (see arrows in illustration) on the hub cap.

When replacing the hub caps, the supplied friction film pieces must also be attached.

Fig 3: Locating Friction Film Pieces On Hub Cap

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