Wheel Replacement; Wheel Covers (If Equipped) - Subaru Forester 2012 Owner's Manual

& Wheel replacement
When replacing wheels due to damage,
for example, make sure the replacement
wheels match the specifications of the
wheels that are fitted as standard equip-
ment. Replacement wheels are available
from SUBARU dealer.
WARNING
Use only those wheels that are
specified for your vehicle. Wheels
not meeting specifications could
interfere with brake caliper opera-
tion and may cause the tires to rub
against the wheel well housing dur-
ing turns. The resulting loss of
vehicle control could lead to an
accident.
NOTE
When any of the wheels are removed
and replaced for tire rotation or to
change a flat tire, always check the
tightness of the wheel nuts after driv-
ing approximately 1,000 km (600 miles).
If any nut is loose, tighten it to the
specified torque.
& Wheel covers (if equipped)
S11AV09
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Removing the wheel cover
1) Notch
2) Valve hole
Insert a wheel cover remover into the
notch part on the opposite side of the
valve hole and pry the wheel cover to
remove it.
Maintenance and service
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Installing the wheel cover
S11AV10
S11AV1001
Align the valve with the valve hole in the
cover, then fit the cover on the wheel by
tapping your hand evenly around the
circumference of the cover.
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S11AV1002