Component Overview - Alloy Wheels

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.

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Light alloy wheels assembly overview.

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

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1. Tires
2. Valve
   • Always replace
   • Only install valve according to the parts information
3. Wheel
   • Note assembly instructions. Refer to WHEEL, CHANGING AND MOUNTING 
4. Wheel Bolt
   • Refer to WHEEL BOLT TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS 
   • Note the assembly instructions. Refer to WHEEL, CHANGING AND MOUNTING .
   • Anti-theft wheel bolts. Refer to Figure
5. Wheel Bolt Adapter
   • Place on wheel bolt designed for it. Refer to Figure
6. Wheel Bolt Cover Cap
7. Cap
8. Wheel Bolt
   NOTE:

   Make sure the correct wheel bolts are installed. Refer to the parts information

   • Note assembly instructions. Refer to WHEEL, CHANGING AND MOUNTING 
   • Refer to WHEEL BOLT TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS 
9. 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