WHEEL UNIT INSTALLATION NOTE
1. Insert the wheel unit valve into the valve hole so that the polyurethane foam side faces the rim.
2. Install the nut from the outer side of the wheel.
3. Tighten the valve nut slowly
(15 rpm max.) to 8.0 N.m {82 kgf.cm, 71 in.lbf}
in one rotation.
Fig. 6: Inserting Wheel Unit Valve Into Valve Hole
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
4. Set the tire changer so that it is
45°
away (point A) from the valve hole.
NOTE:
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Maintain the wheel unit in contact with the rim, then start manually to
screw the valve nut for a few turns.
CAUTION:
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Do not retighten the valve nut after the initial operation.
CAUTION:
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Do not position the tire changer near the tire valve to avoid any
damage to the wheel unit.
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 SUSPENSION Wheels and Tires - Mazda CX-9
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