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Old 04-08-2013, 10:15 PM
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2010 honda fit...how to remove hub caps?

hi,

i'm kind of stumped here. on my older civic i would just remove the lug nuts and the plastic wheel/hub cap would just come off and i wouldn't put it back on(i don't care about cosmetic things)

however with this newer fit i can't seem to access the lug nuts because the hub cap/cover is hiding them. anyone know how to remove the cap so i can get to the lug nuts?

I think i see a metal ring going around the inside circumference of the hub cap. not sure if that's how you get it off tho
 
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Old 04-09-2013, 06:11 AM
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Originally Posted by knm345
hi,

i'm kind of stumped here. on my older civic i would just remove the lug nuts and the plastic wheel/hub cap would just come off and i wouldn't put it back on(i don't care about cosmetic things)

however with this newer fit i can't seem to access the lug nuts because the hub cap/cover is hiding them. anyone know how to remove the cap so i can get to the lug nuts?

I think i see a metal ring going around the inside circumference of the hub cap. not sure if that's how you get it off tho
Read TFM.............
 
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Old 04-09-2013, 01:15 PM
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c'mon no ones had to change a tire yet?
 
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Old 04-09-2013, 01:21 PM
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most people seeing this assume you would have figured out something so trivial.

The owners manual tells you.

Also, they snap in. pull on edges with a good tug.


Come on now....
 
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Old 04-09-2013, 01:24 PM
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Originally Posted by 13fit
most people seeing this assume you would have figured out something so trivial.

The owners manual tells you.

Also, they snap in. pull on edges with a good tug.


Come on now....
thank you for the helpful reply. i thought about pulling on them with a little elbow grease but was afraid of breaking them. that's something that has gotten me in trouble in the past. not knowing whether it just needs more force or whether i'm doing it incorrectly...

that's what she said
 
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Old 04-09-2013, 01:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Black3sr
Read TFM.............
Now why would anyone bother with that?

Originally Posted by knm345
c'mon no ones had to change a tire yet?
Let me google that for you

Could you possibly be less qualified to work on a car?
 
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Old 04-09-2013, 01:39 PM
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Originally Posted by DiamondStarMonsters
Now why would anyone bother with that?



Let me google that for you

Could you possibly be less qualified to work on a car?
why do you post in my threads?
 
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Old 04-09-2013, 01:42 PM
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You can use the rod supplied with the jack that you use to turn the scissor jack as a pry rod, the end is flat so you can stick it between the rim and cap and pop it off. I think there's even a little cutout to stick the pry in.

I just pull them off from the spokes, just pull hard, use two hands on two spokes, they won't break. Old hubcaps can get brittle with age and sun, that's why they crack.

I do suggest you read the manual, it may be helpful for your future endeavors.
 
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Old 04-09-2013, 01:58 PM
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Originally Posted by knm345
why do you post in my threads?
Why do you post these threads?

Why do you question who comments in threads on a public forum?

Why don't you go buy a pair of roller blades and spare that poor car?

If you can't figure out how to jack the car (hint: check the manual) and you can't remove the hubcaps (second hint: also in the manual) how on earth do you propose to undertake a clutch change without killing yourself or causing thousands in damage?

To top this off - Why do you need to change the clutch on a 2010 Fit already?
 

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Old 04-09-2013, 02:00 PM
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Originally Posted by DiamondStarMonsters
Why do you post these threads?

Why do you question who comments in threads on a public forum?

Why don't you go buy a pair of roller blades and spare that poor car?
could you please stop replying to my threads
 
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Old 04-09-2013, 02:02 PM
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Originally Posted by knm345
could you please stop replying to my threads
Learn how to search, stop creating needless threads and you'll find this problem solved!
 
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Old 04-09-2013, 02:02 PM
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Originally Posted by DiamondStarMonsters
To top this off - Why do you need to change the clutch on a 2010 Fit already?
I must have missed this one...

OP, do not attempt.
 
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Old 04-09-2013, 02:06 PM
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Originally Posted by DiamondStarMonsters
Learn how to search, stop creating needless threads and you'll find this problem solved!
and if i don't you'll continue to troll me?

if you find my topics too trivial i'd appreciate if you wouldn't click on them. or just put me on ignore. I really wish i could make my threads invisible to you if that would help.

i haven't worn out the clutch yet but i don't want to wait until i have to learn how to replace one.
 
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Old 04-09-2013, 02:12 PM
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You are the product of over 4 billion years of evolution.

Act like it. You may not appreciate my method but I am actually looking out for your well-being and wallet.
 

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Old 04-09-2013, 02:31 PM
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Also, don't send me love notes.

My inbox is full enough as it is.
 
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Old 04-09-2013, 02:37 PM
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Originally Posted by DiamondStarMonsters
You are the product of over 4 billion years of evolution.

Act like it. You may not appreciate my method but I am actually looking out for your well-being and wallet.
Oh come on let him replace the clutch. Should make for some interesting how I F***ed Up posts.


Now which way do I turn the wrench to get the lug nuts off?
 
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Old 04-09-2013, 02:39 PM
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wasn't a love note.

i was just politely trying to talk to you.

but judging by your avatar and general nature i see there's no use.

whatever dude. continue to troll me. it is the internet after all.
 
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Old 04-09-2013, 02:51 PM
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Clearly, I am the troll.
 
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Old 04-11-2013, 01:12 PM
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Diamond, that's some funny shit..... the avatar is fitting too
 
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Old 04-20-2013, 05:26 PM
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They just pull off. Grab them and tug.
 
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