WHEELS/TIRES 11-7
Wheels (Rims)
Wheel Removal
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Loosen the wheel nuts [A].
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Do not remove the wheel nuts.
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Lift the wheel(s) off the ground.
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Remove:
Wheel Nuts
Wheel(s)
Wheel Installation
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Position the wheel so that the valve stem [A] is toward the
outside of the vehicle.
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Tighten:
Torque - Wheel Nuts: 137 N·m (14.0 kgf·m, 101 ft·lb)
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Tighten the wheel nuts in a criss-cross pattern.
Wheel (Rim) Inspection
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Examine both sides of the rim for dents [A].
If the rim is dented, replace it.
If the tire is removed, inspect the air sealing surfaces [A]
of the rim for scratches or nicks. Smooth the sealing sur-
faces with fine emery cloth if necessary.
Wheel (Rim) Replacement
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Remove the wheel (see Wheel Removal).
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Disassemble the tire from the rim.
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Remove the valve stem and discard it.
CAUTION
Replace the air valve whenever the tire is replaced.
Do not reuse the air valve.
Plastic Cap [A]
ValveCore[B]
Stem Seal [C]
Valve Stem [D]
Valve Seat [E]
Valve Opened [F]
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