Loose orMissing Wheel Cap Repair Procedure
| Subject: | Loose or Missing Wheel Cap Repair Procedure |
| Models: | 2009 Pontiac Vibe, Vibe AWD, Vibe GT |
| with Aluminum Wheels (RPOs P24, N75 or NW2) |
Some center wheel caps for the 2009 Pontiac Vibe may have poor retention which could cause them to be loose or fall out.
Reinstall the loose center cap with a bead of RTV (P/N 12378521 or equivalent [in Canada, P/N 88901148]) applied around the inside of the wheel bore and apply adhesion promoter (P/N 12378462 [in Canada, P/N 10953554]) and RTV (P/N 12378521 [in Canada, P/N 88901148]) around the inside of the cap teeth before inserting the cap.
If replacing a missing center cap or installing a new center cap, apply a bead of RTV (P/N 12378521 or equivalent [in Canada, P/N 88901148]) around the inside of the wheel bore and apply adhesion promoter (P/N 12378462 [in Canada, P/N 10953554]) and RTV (P/N 12378521 [in Canada, P/N 88901148]) around the inside of the cap teeth before inserting the cap. If you find one loose center wheel cap, apply RTV on all four center caps.
Important: DO NOT reinstall loose center caps or install new ones without RTV sealer.
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:
Labor Operation | Description | Labor Time |
|---|---|---|
E0027 | Cover, Wheel - All - Replace | Use Published Labor Operation Time |
