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Wheel - Remove And Install: Install

  1. Install wheel onto the hub.
  2. Hand start the lug nuts (x5) beginning with the bottom lug nut first.
  3. Use a power tool to tighten the lug nuts (x5) of the wheel to the initial torque in a criss-cross star pattern.
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  4. Lower the vehicle until the tire is touching the floor and the suspension begins to load.
  5. Torque the lug nuts (x5) of the wheel in a criss-cross star pattern.

    175 N.m (129.1 ft-lbs) 

    CAUTION: If using a floor jack, make sure not to rock the vehicle off of the jack.
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  6. Install the lug nut covers (x5) onto the wheel.
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  7. Fully lower the vehicle completely.
  8. On the vehicle touchscreen, touch Controls  > Service  > Suspension  > Disable Jack Mode  to disable Jack Mode.
  9. Remove the vehicle from the 2 post lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift .
    NOTE: If using a floor jack, remove the floor jack out from under the vehicle.