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2014 SUSPENSION Tires & Wheels - Service Information - Compass & Patriot
Fig. 7: Tire And Wheel Mounting
Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
1. Clean the wheel mounting surfaces, removing any build-up of corrosion. It
is important to have good metal-to-metal contact between the wheel and
vehicle.
2. Position the tire and wheel assembly (1) on the wheel mounting studs using
the hub pilot as a guide. Place and hold the wheel flush up against the
mounting surface.
NOTE: Always use the original (OEM) style wheel mounting
(lug) nuts. Do not use replacement parts of lesser
quality or substitute design.
3. Install and lightly snug all five wheel mounting (lug) nuts (3). Do not
tighten at this time .
4. If applicable, install the wheel center cap.
5. Lower the vehicle.
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