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Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation Drum Type - Single

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 290825  Size: SH

    Important: When removing and demounting any tire and wheel assembly, deflate the tire by removing the valve stem. Perform this procedure before removing the tire assembly from the vehicle.

  1. Break the wheel nuts loose.
  2. Block the wheels.
  3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  4. Remove the wheel nuts.

  5. Object Number: 337341  Size: SH
  6. Remove the tire and rim assembly.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 290825  Size: SH
  1. Install the wheel.
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. For 8-hole wheels install the wheel nuts.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 550 N·m (405 lb ft).

  5. For 10-hole wheels install the wheel nuts.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 644 N·m (475 lb ft).

  7. Lower the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  8. Remove the wheel blocks.

Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation Disc Type - Single

Removal Procedure

    Important: When removing and demounting any tire and wheel assembly, deflate the tire by removing the valve core. Perform this procedure before removing the tire assembly from the vehicle.

  1. Break the wheel nuts loose.
  2. Block the wheels.
  3. Raise the vehicle until the tire clears the floor. Support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  4. Remove the wheel nuts.
  5. Remove the wheel from the hub.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 337341  Size: SH
  1. Install the wheel on the hub.
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 203172  Size: SH
  3. For 8-hole wheels, tighten the wheel nuts.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 550 N·m (405 lb ft).

  5. For 10-hole wheels, install the wheel nuts.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the wheel nut to 644 N·m (475 lb ft).

  7. Lower the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  8. Remove the wheel blocks.

Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation Disc Type - Dual

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 819135  Size: SH

    Important: When removing and demounting any tire and wheel assembly, deflate the tire by removing the valve core. Perform this procedure before removing the tire assembly from the vehicle.

  1. Break the wheel nuts loose.
  2. Block the front wheels.
  3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  4. Remove the wheel nuts.
  5. Remove the tire and rim assembly.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 819135  Size: SH
  1. Install the inner wheel, if neccesary
  2. Install the outer wheel.
  3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  4. For 8 -hole wheels, install the wheel nuts.
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the stud nuts to 550 N·m (405 lb ft) in the sequence shown.

  6. For 10-hole wheels, install the wheel nuts.
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the stud nuts to 644 N·m (475 lb ft).

  8. Lower Vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  9. Remove the wheel blocks.

Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation Drum Type - Dual

Removal Procedure

    Important: When removing and demounting any tire and wheel assembly, deflate the tire by removing the valve stem. preform this procedure before removing the tire assembly from the vehicle.

  1. Break the wheel nuts loose.
  2. Block the wheels.
  3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

  4. Object Number: 337341  Size: SH
  5. Remove the wheel nuts.

  6. Object Number: 290825  Size: SH
  7. Remove the wheel from the hub.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 290825  Size: SH
  1. Install the wheel to the hub.
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. For the 8-hole wheels, install the wheel nuts.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the wheel nuts to 550 N·m (405 lb ft).

  5. For the 10-hole wheels, install the wheel nuts.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the wheel nuts to 644 N·m (475 lb ft).

  7. Lower the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  8. Remove the wheel blocks.