Wheel Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 RAM Pickup and 2011 RAM Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The wheel studs and nuts are designed for specific applications. They must be replaced with equivalent parts. Do not use replacement parts of lesser quality or a substitute design. All aluminum and some steel wheels have wheel stud nuts which feature an enlarged nose. This enlarged nose is necessary to ensure proper retention of the aluminum wheels.

Fig 1: Tire/Wheel Assembly

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1 - CENTER CAP

2 - LUG NUT

3 - TIRE/WHEEL ASSEMBLY

4 - WHEEL STUDS

NOTE:

Do not use chrome plated lug nuts with chrome plated wheels.

NOTE:

All wheel nuts should then be tightened just snug. Gradually tighten them in sequence to the proper torque specification.

NOTE:

Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts.

Before installing the wheel, be sure to remove any build up of corrosion on the wheel mounting surfaces. Ensure wheels are installed with good metal-to-metal contact. Improper installation could cause loosening of wheel nuts. Refer to Fig 1. This could affect the safety and handling of your vehicle.

To install the wheel (3), first position it properly on the mounting surface. Refer to Fig 1.

Fig 2: 8-Lug Tightening Sequence

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8 - lug pattern.

Fig 3: 5-Lug Tightening Sequence

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5-lug pattern.

Fig 4: 6-Lug Nut Tightening Sequence

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6 - bolt pattern.

Wheels must be replaced if they have:

Excessive runout
Bent or dented
Leak air through welds
Have damaged bolt holes

Wheel repairs employing hammering, heating, or welding are not allowed.

Original equipment wheels are available through your dealer. Replacement wheels from any other source should be equivalent in:

Load carrying capacity
Diameter
Width
Offset
Mounting configuration

Failure to use equivalent replacement wheels may affect the safety and handling of your vehicle. Replacement with used wheels is not recommended. Their service history may have included severe treatment.