FAQ for Alloy Wheels Repair
Q: What should be done before servicing the Tire and Wheel?
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You should raise and support the vehicle.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the nuts?
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The recommended torque is 140 N.m (100 ft. lbs.).
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What should be done before servicing the Tire Hoist and Shaft?
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You should turn the hoist shaft counterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the ground.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the tire hoist assembly mounting bolts?
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The recommended torque is 25 N.m (18 ft. lbs.).
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What should be noticed when servicing the Tire?
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Do not scratch or damage the clear coating on aluminum wheels with the tire-changing equipment. Scratching the clear coating could cause the aluminum wheel to corrode and the clear coating to peel from the wheel.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What should be done before servicing the Tire?
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You should deflate the tire completely.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What should be done before servicing the Tire and Wheel?
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You should raise and support the vehicle.
By BobGM Specialist
28/10/2022 Q: What should be noticed when servicing the Aluminum Wheel?
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To avoid serious personal injury when applying any two-part component paint system, follow the specific precautions provided by the paint manufacturer.
By BobGM Specialist
28/10/2022 Q: What should you do before servicing the Aluminum Wheel?
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If the wheels are polished aluminum, do not refinish the wheels in the dealer environment. Utilize a refinisher that meets manufacturer guidelines. Inspect the wheels for damage from uncoated wheel balance weights or automatic car wash facilities.
By BobGM Specialist
28/10/2022 Q: What special tool will I need when servicing the Tire and Wheel?
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You will need a complete torque socket set.
By BobGM Specialist
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