Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped) - Subaru IMPREZA 2002 Owner's Manual

B Installing the wheel cover
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.
NOTE
When any of the wheels is removed and replaced
for tire rotation or to change a flat tire, always
check the tightness of the wheel nuts after driv-
ing approximately 600 miles (1,000 km). If any
nut is loose, tighten it to the specified torque.
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Aluminum wheels (If equipped)

Aluminum wheels can be scratched and damaged
easily. Handle them carefully to maintain their ap-
pearance, performance, and safety.
D When any of the wheels is removed and replaced
for tire rotation or to change a flat, always check the
tightness of the wheel nuts after driving approxi-
mately 600 miles (1,000 km). If any nut is loose,
tighten it to the specified torque.
D Never apply oil to the threaded parts, wheel nuts,
or tapered surface of the wheel.
D Never let the wheel rub against sharp protrusions
or curbs.
D Be sure to fit tire chains on uniformly and com-
pletely around the tire, otherwise the chains may
scratch the wheel.
D When wheel nuts, balance weights, or the center
cap replaced, be sure to replace them with genuine
SUBARU parts designed for aluminum wheels.
Maintenance and service
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