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Wheels: Customer Interest
Wheels - Center Cap Loose, Retention Wire/Ring Missing

TECHNICAL

Bulletin No.: 09-03-10-007

Date: May 01, 2009

Subject: Wheel Center Cap Loose, Retention Wire/Ring Missing or Improperly Positioned (Inspect for Retaining Wire/Ring, Replace if Missing)

Models:

2007-2009 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT
with 22 Inch Chrome Plated Aluminum Wheel (RPO P56)

Condition

Some customers may comment that the wheel center caps are loose and/or making noise.

Cause

This condition may be caused by a missing or improperly installed wheel center cap retention wire/ring.

Correction

Inspect the center cap using the following procedure:

1. Remove the center cap from the vehicle.
2. Inspect for the presence of the retaining wire/ring.
3. If the retaining wire/ring is missing, install a new retaining wire/ring.

4. If the retaining wire/ring is installed, ensure it is in the correct position at all 14 retention feet as shown in the above photograph.

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If the retention wire/ring is outboard of the retention foot, reposition the wire/ring.

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