Porsche 996 TT, Repair Manual

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44 05 19 Removing and installing the wheel − Turbo
and GT2
Wheel mounting − Turbo and GT2
Removing/installing the wheel on vehicle − Turbo and GT2
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Wheel mounting − Turbo and GT2
The wheels of the Turbo and GT2 are mounted with series wheel bolts −A− M14 x 1.5 (length 45
mm) dimension −X− ! •
The intially planned procedure of using GT3 wheel bolts −B− M14 x 1.5 (length 50 mm) dimension
−X−
is not applicable! Previous written publications should be altered accordingly!
•
Wheel bolts
A Series wheel bolt (Turbo and GT2) dimension X approx. 45
mm
B GT3 wheel bolt dimension X approx. 50 mm. Designation with GT or red color (arrow).
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Removing/installing the wheel on vehicle − Turbo and GT2
Note
Use suitable commercially available tools (wrench size 19 mm)! Never use an impact bolter to tighten
the wheel bolts! •
Before the wheel is placed on the wheel hub, regrease the centering surface of the wheel hub (if
required) as necessary with a very thin coat of Optimoly TA (aluminium paste)! •
The wheel bolt consists of two parts that are permanently joined together! Other wheel bolts must not
be used! •
CAUTION
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