Wheel Replacement

Wheel changes must always be performed correctly. The following instructions show how to remove and install a wheel and what is important to keep in mind. Make sure that the tire dimension is approved for use on the vehicle.

• If a tire must be changed near passing traffic, make sure all passengers move to a safe location.
• Use the jack supplied with the vehicle when changing a tire. For any other job, use stands to support the vehicle.
• Never crawl under or allow any part of your body to be extended under a vehicle supported by a jack.
• Never allow anyone to remain in the vehicle when it is raised on a jack.

• When not in use, the jack* should be kept in its storage compartment under the cargo compartment floor.
• The jack provided with your vehicle is intended to be used only in temporary situations such as changing wheels in the event of a flat tire. Only the jack that came with your particular model should be used to lift the vehicle. If the vehicle needs to be lifted more frequently or for a prolonged period, using a garage jack or hoist is recommended. Always follow this device's instructions for use.

Removing a wheel

Read all instructions before starting. Before raising the vehicle using a jack or lift, take out all the tools you will need.

1. 1
   Turn on the vehicle's hazard warning flashers if a wheel change must be performed in an area with traffic.
2. 2
   Make sure that the parking brake is engaged and put the gear selector in P position.
3. 3
   Place wheel chocks in front of and behind the wheels that remain on the ground. For example, use heavy wooden blocks or large stones.
4. 4
   Using the lug wrench, screw the towing eye into place as far as possible.

   

5. 5
   Remove the plastic caps from the wheel bolts using the designated tool.
6. 6
   With the vehicle still on the ground, use the lug wrench/towing eye to loosen the wheel bolts ½-1 turn by pressing downward (counterclockwise). Always start with the locking wheel bolts*.
7. 7
   Follow the instructions to safely raise the vehicle using the jack.
8. 8
   Raise the vehicle until the wheel to be changed can move freely. Unscrew the wheel bolts and lift off the wheel.

Installing a wheel

1. 1
   Clean the contact surfaces between the wheel and the wheel hub.
2. 2
   Lift the wheel into place. Tighten the wheel bolts securely.

   Do not grease the wheel bolt threads.

3. 3
   Lower the vehicle so that the wheel cannot rotate.
4. 4
   Tighten the wheel bolts in a crisscross pattern (as shown in illustration). It is important that the wheel bolts are securely tightened. Tighten to 140 N·m. Use a torque wrench to check torque.

   

5. 5
   Press the plastic caps onto the wheel bolts.
6. 6
   Check the tire inflation pressure and store the new inflation pressure in the tire pressure monitoring system*.

• After inflating a tire, always replace the valve cap to help prevent valve damage caused by gravel, dirt, etc.
• Use only plastic valve caps. Metal caps could corrode and become difficult to remove.

¹ Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

* Option/accessory.