If difficult to balance, break down the wheel and
tire assembly and check for loose debris inside tire.
Prior to disassembly, mark (index) the tire at the
valve stem. Use this mark in order to remount the
tire in its original orientation with respect to the
wheel.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - TIRE AND WHEEL
MATCH MOUNTING
Wheels and tires are match mounted at the factory.
This means that the high spot of the tire is matched
to the low spot on the wheel rim. This technique is
used to reduce runout in the wheel and tire assem-
bly. The high spot on the tire is marked with a paint
mark or a bright colored adhesive label on the out-
board sidewall. The low spot on the wheel is identi-
fied with a label on the outside of the rim and a dot
or line in the drop well area of the rim (inside where
the tire mounts). If the outside label has been
removed, the tire will have to be removed to locate
the dot or line on the inside of the rim. The tire can
then be match mounted to the tire.
Information on match mounting the tire to the
wheel can be found in Tire and Wheel Runout/Match
Mounting, items (2) through (5), within Diagnosis
And Testing - Tire And Wheel Vibration. (Refer to 22
- TIRES/WHEELS - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING)
STANDARD PROCEDURE - TIRE AND WHEEL
ROTATION
NON-DIRECTIONAL TREAD PATTERN TIRES
Tires on the front and rear axles operate at differ-
ent loads and perform different functions. For these
reasons, they wear at unequal rates, and tend to
develop irregular wear patterns. These effects can bereduced by timely rotation of tires. The benefits of
rotation are especially worthwhile. Rotation will
increase tread life, help to maintain mud, snow, and
wet traction levels, and contribute to a smooth, quiet
ride.
The suggested rotation method is the forward-cross
tire rotation method (Fig. 11). This method takes
advantage of current tire industry practice which
allows rotation of radial-ply tires. Other rotation
methods may be used, but may not have all the ben-
efits of the recommended method.
NOTE: Only the 4 tire rotation method may be used
if the vehicle is equipped with a low mileage or tem-
porary spare tire.
DIRECTIONAL TREAD PATTERN TIRES
Some vehicles are fitted with special high-perfor-
mance tires having a directional tread pattern. These
tires are designed to improve traction on wet pave-
ment. To obtain the full benefits of this design, the
tires must be installed so that they rotate in the cor-
rect direction. This is indicated by arrows on the tire
sidewalls.
When wheels and tires are being installed, extra
care is needed to ensure that this direction of rota-
tion is maintained.
Refer to Owner's Manual for rotation schedule.
Fig. 10 Aluminum Wheel Weight
1 - TIRE
2 - WHEEL
3 - WHEEL WEIGHT
Fig. 11 Forward-Cross Tire Rotation Method
RSTIRES/WHEELS22-7
TIRES/WHEELS (Continued)
REMOVAL
REMOVAL - TIRE AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY
(ALUMINUM WHEEL)
(1) Raise the vehicle so the tire and wheel assem-
bly clears ground level.
(2) Remove the 5 wheel mounting nuts from the
studs.
(3) Remove the tire and wheel from the hub.
REMOVAL - TIRE AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY
(STEEL WHEEL)
(1) Raise the vehicle so the tire and wheel assem-
bly clears ground level.
(2) Noting the location of the valve stem in rela-
tionship to the wheel mounting nuts, remove the
three wheel mounting nuts securing the wheel cover
to the wheel and hub (Fig. 12).
CAUTION: When removing the wheel cover, do not
pry the wheel cover from the wheel. This can result
in damage to the wheel cover. The wheel cover is
removed by pulling it off the wheel by hand.
(3) Grasp the wheel cover at the edges in line with
the remaining installed wheel mounting nuts and
pull straight outward from the wheel. This will pop
the wheel cover retaining tabs over the two remain-
ing wheel nuts, removing the wheel cover from the
vehicle.
(4) Remove the two remaining wheel mounting
nuts from the hub's studs.
(5) Remove the wheel and tire from the hub.
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION - TIRE AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY
(ALUMINUM WHEEL)
NOTE: Never use oil or grease on studs or wheel
mounting nuts.
(1) Position the tire and wheel assembly on the
wheel mounting studs using the hub pilot as a guide.
Place and hold the wheel flush up against the mount-
ing surface.
(2) Loosely install all 5 wheel mounting nuts.
Lightly snug the wheel nuts, then progressively
tighten them in the proper sequence (Fig. 13).
Tighten wheel mounting nuts to 135 N´m (100 ft.
lbs.).
(3) Lower the vehicle.
INSTALLATION - TIRE AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY
(STEEL WHEEL)
NOTE: Never use oil or grease on studs or wheel
mounting nuts.
(1) Position the tire and wheel assembly on the
wheel mounting studs using the hub pilot as a guide.
Place and hold the wheel flush up against the mount-
ing surface.
NOTE: Wheel mounting nuts must be installed on
the studs as shown (Fig. 14) to allow proper instal-
lation of the wheel cover.
(2) Using the valve stem as an index placed at the
12 O'clock position, install andlightly tightentwo
wheel mounting nuts on the studs located at the 4
O'clock and 8 O'clock positions as shown (Fig. 14).
Fig. 12 NUTS SECURING WHEEL COVER
1 - VALVE STEM
2 - BOLT-ON WHEEL COVER
3 - NUTS SECURING WHEEL COVER
Fig. 13 Tightening Sequence
22 - 8 TIRES/WHEELSRS
TIRES/WHEELS (Continued)
TIRES
DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION - TIRE
Tires are designed and engineered for each specific
vehicle. They provide the best overall performance
for normal operation. The ride and handling charac-
teristics match the vehicle's requirements. With
proper care they will give excellent reliability, trac-
tion, skid resistance, and tread life.
Driving habits have more effect on tire life than
any other factor. Careful drivers will obtain, in most
cases, much greater mileage than severe use or care-
less drivers. A few of the driving habits which will
shorten the life of any tire are:
²Rapid acceleration
²Severe application of brakes
²High-speed driving
²Taking turns at excessive speeds
²Striking curbs and other obstacles
²Operating vehicle with over or under inflated
tire pressures
Radial ply tires are more prone to irregular tread
wear. It is important to follow the tire rotation inter-
val shown in the section on Tire Rotation. This will
help to achieve a greater tread-life potential.
TIRE IDENTIFICATION
Tire type, size, load index and speed rating are
encoded in the letters and numbers imprinted on the
side wall of the tire. Refer to the Tire Identification
chart to decipher the code. For example purposes, the
tire size P225/60 R 16 97 T is used in the chart. An
All Season type tire will also have eitherM+S,M&
SorM-S(indicating mud and snow traction)
imprinted on the side wall. An Extra or Light Load
marking ªXLº or ªLLº may also be listed on the side-
wall. The absence of an ªXLº or ªLLº marking infers
a standard load tire.
TIRE IDENTIFICATION
PTIRE TYPE (Not
present on all tires)P - Passenger
T - Temporary
C - Commercial
LT - Light Truck
225SECTIONAL WIDTHSHOWN IN
MILLIMETERS
60ASPECT RATIOSECTIONAL HEIGHT
÷ SECTIONAL WIDTH
(Refer to Aspect Ratio
Figure 21 )
RCONSTRUCTION
TYPER - RADIAL
B - BIAS BELTED
D - DIAGONAL (BIAS)
16WHEEL DIAMETER SHOWN IN INCHES
97LOAD INDEX *
TSPEED RATING *
* NOTE: Consult the tire manufacturer regarding
any questions on tire specifications or capabilities.
TIRE CHAINS
Refer to the owners manual supplied with the vehi-
cle to determine whether the use of tire chains is per-
mitted on this vehicle.
DESCRIPTION - RADIAL-PLY TIRES
Radial-ply tires improve handling, tread life, ride
quality and decrease rolling resistance.
Fig. 21 Tire Aspect Ratio
1 - SECTIONAL WIDTH
2 - SECTIONAL HEIGHT
RSTIRES/WHEELS22-13
(6) Install fully the entire A-pillar glass run sec-
tion by indexing the molded corner detail into the
roll frame. Slide the glass run up the A-pillar until
the rubber molded joint just touches the roll frame.
(7) Verify that the tertiary seal is on the correct
side of the roll frame prior to seating the glass run
fully onto the frame. Verify the glass runs is fully
seated for the header, and A-pillar and B-pillar
(8) Install screw attaching glass run weatherstrip
to inner door panel.
(9) Install inner belt weatherstrip.
(10) Install watershed.
(11) Push weatherstrip groove onto lip along top of
door frame.
(12) Engage clip into slot in door frame.
(13) Push weatherstrip into channel at rear of door
frame, working from the top to bottom.
(14) Install door frame closeout moldings.
(15) Install door speaker, if equipped.
(16) Install door trim panel.FRONT DOOR OUTER BELT
MOLDING
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the side view mirror. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/EXTERIOR/SIDE VIEW MIRROR -
REMOVAL)
(2) Remove door trim panel.
(3) Roll door glass down.
(4) Using a hook tool, disengage interlocking lip at
the base of the inward edge of the belt molding (Fig.
1).
(5) Remove belt molding from door.
INSTALLATION
(1) Place belt molding in position on door (Fig. 1).
NOTE: Make sure end of applique is against outer
belt.
(2) Engage interlocking lip at the base of the
inward edge of the belt molding on door panel.
(3) Install door trim panel.
Fig. 1 FRONT DOOR WEATHERSTRIP
1 - DOOR GLASS RUN WEATHERSTRIP
2 - FRONT INNER DOOR
3 - DOOR BELT OUTER WEATHERSTRIP4 - DOOR MOUNTED WEATHERSTRIP
5 - DOOR OUTER BELT WEATHERSTRIP
RSWEATHERSTRIP/SEALS23 - 167
FRONT DOOR GLASS RUN WEATHERSTRIP (Continued)
BODY STRUCTURE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
GAP AND FLUSH
SPECIFICATIONS - GAP AND FLUSH
MEASUREMENTS....................177
OPENING DIMENSIONS
SPECIFICATIONS - BODY OPENING
DIMENSIONS........................180
SEALER LOCATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS - BODY SEALING
LOCATIONS.........................183
SPECIFICATIONS - BODY SEALING
LOCATIONS - FOLD-IN-FLOOR ONLY.....209STRUCTURAL ADHESIVE LOCATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS - STRUCTURAL
ADHESIVE LOCATIONS................218
SPECIFICATIONS - STRUCTURAL
ADHESIVE LOCATIONS - FOLD-IN-FLOOR
ONLY..............................228
WELD LOCATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS - WELD LOCATIONS....234
SPECIFICATIONS - WELD LOCATIONS -
FOLD-IN-FLOOR.....................350
GAP AND FLUSH
SPECIFICATIONS - GAP AND FLUSH
MEASUREMENTS
INDEX
DESCRIPTION FIGURE
GAP & FLUSH MEASUREMENTS 1
RSBODY STRUCTURE23 - 177
OPENING DIMENSIONS
SPECIFICATIONS - BODY OPENING
DIMENSIONS
INDEX
DESCRIPTION FIGURE
WINDSHIELD OPENING 2
LIFTGATE OPENING 3
BODY SIDE OPENINGS 4
Fig. 2 WINDSHIELD OPENING
23 - 180 BODY STRUCTURERS
SEALER LOCATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS - BODY SEALING LOCATIONS
INDEX
DESCRIPTION FIGURE
METHODS OF APPLYING AUTO BODY SEALANT 5
LOWER WINDSHIELD OPENING - RIGHT AND LEFT SIDES 6
COWL SIDE - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 7
SIDE QUARTER WINDSHIELD OPENING - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 8
UPPER WINDSHIELD A-PILLAR - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 9
ROOF TRACK C-PILLAR - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 10
SLIDING DOOR UPPER FLANGE SEAMS - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 11
QUARTER PANEL EXTERIOR AREA - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 12
LOWER REAR EXTERIOR CORNER PANELS - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 13
LOWER SILL LIFT GATE OPENING - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 14
C-PILLAR CAN - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 15
SHOCK TOWER AREA - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 16
OUTER SHOCK TOWER AREA - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 17
CROSS MEMBER SUPPORT - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 18
A & B-PILLAR FLOOR PAN RISERS - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 19
REAR WHEEL HOUSE FLOOR PAN - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 20
REAR WHEELHOUSE TO FLOOR PAN - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 21
UPPER SLIDING DOOR FLANGE - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 22
UPPER LIFTGATE HINGE AREA - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 23
REAR BRACKET SUPPORT REAR HANGER - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 24
LIFTGATE PANEL OPENING - UNDERSIDE 25
D-PILLAR INSIDE SEAM - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 26
REAR TAIL LAMP AREA SEAMS - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 27
UPPER LIFTGATE PANEL SILL - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 28
FRONT WHEELHOUSE & SHOCK TOWER - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 29
REAR QUARTER WHEELHOUSE LIP & SEAT ANCHOR BOLT - LEFT AND RIGHT
SIDES30
TAIL LAMP CAN - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 31
B-PILLAR AND SILL AREAS - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 32
FRONT FLOOR PAN & RISER 33
FLOOR PAN SEAMS - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 34
FLOOR PAN & REAR WHEELHOUSE AREA - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 35
FLOOR PAN SILL & D-PILLAR SEAMS - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 36
LEFT SIDE SEAT ANCHOR REINFORCEMENT - SHORT WHEEL BASE ONLY 37
UNDERBODY - LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES 38
RSBODY STRUCTURE23 - 183
SPECIFICATIONS - BODY SEALING LOCATIONS
- FOLD-IN-FLOOR ONLY
INDEX
DESCRIPTION FIGURE
FLOOR PAN SEAMS 52
CENTER FLOOR PAN ENDS 53
REAR SEAT FLOOR PAN ENDS 54
REAR TUB FRONT SEAMS 55
LEFT REAR WHEELHOUSE SEAM - FLOOR PAN 56
RIGHT REAR WHEELHOUSE SEAM - FLOOR PAN 57
REAR D-PILLAR PANEL AND FRAME 58
UNDERBODY 59
FLOOR PAN SEALER PATCHES 60
TOE PAN PLASTIC PLUG 61
UNDERBODY PLASTIC PLUGS (1 OF 2) 62
UNDERBODY PLASTIC PLUGS (2 OF 2) 63
REAR WHEELHOUSE PLASTIC PLUG 64
Fig. 52 FLOOR PAN SEAMS
RSBODY STRUCTURE23 - 209
SEALER LOCATIONS (Continued)