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Running gear, axles, steering

Wheel change, position of anti-theft wheel bolts for steel wheels

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Caution Adherence to position of anti-theft wheel bolts to tyre valve on steel wheels is vital.
Anti-theft wheel bolts may only be fitted on right or left -arrows- of valve -1- on steel wheels. Secure installation of hub cap on steel wheel is only possible if anti-theft wheel bolts are installed in this position.
Wheel change, position of anti-theft wheel bolts for steel wheels

Torque settings for wheel bolts

Wheel bolt to wheel hub for all vehicles:

Specified torque: 120 N·m

  • Before fitting wheel, protect wheel centring seat against corrosion → Chapter.

Position of anti-theft wheel bolts for steel wheels → Chapter.

Install anti-theft wheel bolts using adapter set for wheel bolts.

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