Audi TT Wheel Center Caps
Finding the right wheel center caps for your Audi TT is important. If yours are lost or you want to change the cover aesthetic, you can find many design options for replacements. Learning more about the caps will ensure you get what you want while protecting your wheels.
What do wheel center caps do?Wheel center caps on your Audi TT have two purposes. Found in the center of the wheel, they are responsible for covering the lug nuts that go over the wheel stems. Without the caps in place, the nuts would be exposed. Dirt and moisture could get to them, causing rust and corrosion. If this happens, it would make it difficult to remove the lug nuts when trying to change a tire or do any work on the wheel.
The other purpose of the caps, which are also known as hubcaps, is to provide a pleasing aesthetic to the wheels on your TT. If you lose a center cap, you can choose to get the same design as what was in place or change the design entirely to fit your personality.
How do you remove wheel center caps from an Audi?Removing the wheel center caps is a simple process. You will usually be able to remove them simply by lifting up one edge. If they are problematic to remove, you can use a flathead screwdriver to pry them up. Once off, you can then clean the hole of dirt and moisture before placing new caps on. You can snap the new wheel center caps into position, using caution and your knowledge of where the valve stem is located.
What are wheel center caps made from?Audi TT wheel center caps may be made of many materials. You will want to know which material is used to determine if they are durable enough to use in the conditions where you usually drive.
Materials used to make wheel center caps include:
- Aluminum
- Plastic
- Carbon fiber
- Tungsten carbide
- Titanium
OEM caps are the genuine parts made specifically for an Audi TT. You can be sure it is the same manufacturer that made the center caps for the Audi factory. OEM will fit and look similar to what was originally installed on your car. The alternative to OEM is aftermarket, which includes the other brands that produce center caps to fit your TT.
What are some of the designs on center caps?Many designs are available on wheel center caps, including:
- Audi logo
- Various emblems
- Colored enamel designs
- Solid metal
- Spokes