Light Alloy Wheels Component Overview

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NOTE:

Be careful not to scratch off the glued- on wheel trim on these rims.

The surface of the wheel trim is very sensitive.

The rim will have be replaced if the wheel trim is damaged.

The wheel trim cannot be replaced.

Fig 1: Identifying Wheel Rims With Glued-On Wheel Trim

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Light alloy wheels assembly overview.

Changing/mounting wheel, assembly information, refer to WHEEL, CHANGING AND MOUNTING .

Fig 2: Alloy Wheels

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Tires
Valve
- Always replace
- Only install valve
Wheel
- Note assembly instructions, refer to WHEEL, CHANGING AND MOUNTING
Wheel Bolt
- Note assembly instructions, refer to WHEEL, CHANGING AND MOUNTING
- Anti-theft wheel bolts, refer to Figure
- Refer to WHEEL BOLT TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
Wheel Bolt Adapter
- Place on wheel bolt designed for it, refer to Figure
Wheel Bolt Cover Cap
Cap
Wheel Bolt
NOTE:
Make sure the correct wheel bolts are installed
- Note assembly instructions, refer to WHEEL, CHANGING AND MOUNTING
- Refer to WHEEL BOLT TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
Adhesive Balancing Weights
- Maximum 60 grams per rim flange permitted
- Clean wheel where it will be adhered so it is free of dirt and grease
- Remove protective film
- Attach balance weights to intended surfaces