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Before each trip and any time a wheel is replaced, be sure
to tighten the wheel nuts, following the sequence shown in
the relevant lug pattern below. Set the torque specification
in three stages as seen in the chart below. If the wheel
was replaced, check the torque every 50 miles of the first
200 miles of travel.
If you notice wheel wobbling or hear a rattling sound
coming from a wheel, especially at low speeds, a wheel
lug nut may have come loose. This problem is usually
caused by improper tightening or by faulty or damaged lug
bolt threads. If you have a reason to believe a lug nut has
come loose, safely stop the vehicle at the side of the road
as soon as possible. Put up warming devices. Remove
the lug caps and check the tightness of all the lug nuts.
Tighten all lug nuts to the specified torque, using a torque
wrench. If lug stud threads are damaged or faulty, get
professional service help.
Wheel Compatibility
WARNING
DO NOT MISMATCH WHEELS AND TIRES
Axle systems are installed with hubs and drums that are
compatible with many wheels used in the recreational
vehicle industry that have matching bolt patterns. If the
original manufacturer installed equipment is in need of
replacement, the wheel manufacturer should be contacted
for proof of compatibility prior to replacement and use.
Customers replacing original equipment that has not been
tested for compatibility must ensure the replacements are
compatible to the hub and drum assembly installed. Such
elements of compatibility include, but are not limited to:
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Diameter of the hub-mounting surface.
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Stud length and diameter.
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Location and number of studs.
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Center hold diameter for the wheel.
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Wheel mounting offset from the rim center.
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Rated capacity of the wheel.
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Wheel fastener torque.
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Wheel nut size and shape.
Impact of any added wheel accessories (such as
decorative center caps) that could affect proper seating of
the wheel to the hub surface.
Certain tests are recommended by the manufacturer’s of
factory installed equipment, such as the cornering fatigue
test based on SAE J1095/SAE J267 and field tests, are
recommended for all wheels and rims to be installed in
place of original factory equipment. Contact the wheel
manufacturer to verify compatibility with the factory installed
equipment prior to replacement.
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