Removal and installation of a wheel

Withdrawal

CAUTION: Do not use heat to loosen a stuck wheel nut. Heat exposure can damage the wheel and wheel hub.

1. Loosen wheel nuts.

2. Raise and support the vehicle. See Section 100-02 for more information.

3. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.

Installation

1.

WARNING: Remove any corrosion or dirt from the mounting surfaces of the wheel, wheel hub, brake drum or brake disc as this may cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off when the vehicle is moving. Failure to follow this instruction may result in injury.

Clean the wheel hub and mounting surfaces.

2. Install the wheel and tire assembly.

3. Lower the car.

4. Tighten the wheel nuts in a crosswise manner.