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Am I missing something on trying to remove the horn ring, I have always pushed in and turned and they pop off but not happening on my Packard.

I sure don't want to break the horn ring. I am trying to get turn signals working. and thought I would check things at the switch.

Thanks for any help,
Dave

A couple of possibilities. If it is one of the earlier optional deluxe type wheels ring could be held on with screws from the backside. Look carefully from under the wheel at the center hub near where it meets the shroud. If you find 3 small holes with a screw head barely visible those are probably holding the ring assy.

The regular 48-54 button should push down and rotate approx 25 - 30 degrees counter clockwise. If it does not the other possibility is the plastic button has become "glued" to something inside. The buttons typically have a sponge rubber donut between the button and a piece of metal underneath to keep them from rattling and act as a sort of spring with the locking tabs. On many occasions that sponge rubber has for want of a better word melted and turned into a gooey mess which acts like glue in keeping the button from rotating or doing much of anything. If that has happened it can be a challenge to remove the button.

I had a similar problem with my 22nd series. I got it to break free by putting on a nitrile exam glove. The added friction did the job.

I got it guys, I was trying to remove the chrome ring instead of the center button. Thanks for the help.
Dave