Wheel and Tire - Single: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford RV Cutaway, 2004 Ford Econoline, 2004 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2004 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the wheel cover (1130), if so equipped.
- With the weight of the vehicle still on the tires, loosen the lug nuts.
- Raise the vehicle until the wheel and tire assembly clears the floor. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING article .
- Remove the lug nuts.
- Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
CAUTION:
Do not use heat to loosen a seized lug nut. Heat can damage the wheel and wheel bearings.
NOTE:
Do not remove the lug nuts (1012) at this time.