Crown Victoria V8-281 4.6L SFI (1998)
Wheel Cover: Description and Operation
Wire Wheel Covers
Optional locking (anti-theft) wheel covers are available.
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A pedestal cup is attached to the wheel with flanged lug nuts.
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A special bolt reaches through the center of the wheel cover to a pierce nut on top of the pedestal cup.
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A center wheel cover applique snaps onto the wheel cover, hiding the head of the lock bolt.
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Use care when installing or removing.
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A key wrench is used to lock the wheel cover to the pedestal cup and to remove the wheel cover applique.
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A decal on the underside of the luggage compartment door next to the jacking instructions contains the lock bolt registration number.
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To allow vehicle service in the event the key has been misplaced, a Rotunda Locking Wire Wheel cover Master Key Set 164-R3105 or equivalent
is available at most Ford and Lincoln/Mercury dealer service departments.
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The key has a circular keyway that is attached to the female slot in the anti-theft lock bolt.