Removing the wheel
WARNING:
Vehicle may slip off the vehicle hoist if the vehicle hoist is handled incorrectly
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Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
- Observe safety instructions on raising the vehicle using a vehicle hoist.
- For additional information see: 00... RAISE THE VEHICLE USING A VEHICLE LIFT .
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
During the installation of all four wheels (e.g. when changing from summer to mounted snow tires), the tire pressure must be checked!
During the installation of all four wheels (e.g. when changing from summer to mounted snow tires), the tire pressure must be checked!
Preliminary work
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
A wheel lifter is recommended for easier wheel removal and installation without exertion (see Dealer Equipment Catalog).
A wheel lifter is recommended for easier wheel removal and installation without exertion (see Dealer Equipment Catalog).
- If several wheels are removed simultaneously: Use a piece of chalk to mark on each tire the axle and side on which the corresponding wheel is fitted.
- Release the lug bolts (arrows) crosswise and remove the wheel.
Use the matching adapter from tool set 0 492 518 (36 1 300) (wheel bolt adapter set) to release and tighten down the lug bolt with security code.