Volkswagen CC Wheel Center Caps
Nothing ruins the look of your classy Volkswagen CC sedan like gaping holes in the middle of the wheels. If you have lost a wheel center cap, factory replacements are easy to find. If you want to spruce up all four wheels, a set of shiny new caps is just the thing.
Why should you replace center caps on your Volkswagen CC?Center caps have two roles to play: decorative and functional. From an aesthetic standpoint, your car looks better if it has four matching wheel caps. They give your car a nice finish, and they smooth out the face of the wheels.
The caps perform a protective function by covering the wheel hub nut and bearings. They keep rain and road grime from being thrown into the wheel, reducing corrosion and prolonging the life of the parts.
How do you find the right Volkswagen CC center caps?All the model years of the CC through 2017 use the same center cap. The factory wheels that are used on this sedan have exposed lug nuts, so they use a small cap that only covers the center of the wheel hub.
Because many of the VW caps have a similar appearance, it is a good idea to have the exact part number you need in hand before you shop for a replacement. You can find this number on the back of the caps. Just pop off one of the caps that is still on your car, and copy the number on the back.
What are the features of the CC center cap?Size: The center cap for the CC is 56 millimeters in diameter. This is measured across the clips on the back of the cap and not across its face. It corresponds to the width of the hole in the center of the wheel and not the outer edge of the opening.
Style and color: The Volkswagen CC center cap is round. It has a black background with the silver VW logo enclosed within a circle. The emblem occupies the entire face of the cap and is flush with the surface. The cap is made of plastic.
How do you replace a Volkswagen CC center cap?It is very easy to replace center caps on a Volkswagen. If you need to remove a damaged cap or if you need to pop one out to get the part number, you do not have to remove the wheel. You can use a flathead screwdriver or a special removal tool to gently pry the cap out from the front. If you are removing a cap that you want to use again, it is a good idea to put a thin cloth over the screwdriver, so you do not scratch the edges of the cap.
When you are ready to put the cap back in or to install a new one, all you have to do is position it and push. With a little pressure, the clips on the back should snap firmly into place.