12. Reinstall the wheel nuts with
the rounded end of the nuts
toward the wheel. Tighten each
nut by hand until the wheel
is held against the hub.
13. Turn the jack handle
counterclockwise. Lower
the jack completely.{CAUTION
Incorrect or improperly tightened
wheel nuts can cause the wheel
to come loose and even come off.
This could lead to a crash. If you
have to replace them, be sure to
get new original equipment wheel
nuts. Stop somewhere as soon
as you can and have the nuts
tightened with a torque wrench to
the proper torque speci cation.
SeeCapacities and Specifications
on page 10-2for wheel nut torque
speci cation.
Notice:Improperly tightened
wheel nuts can lead to brake
pulsation and rotor damage.
To avoid expensive brake repairs,
evenly tighten the wheel nuts in
the proper sequence and to the
proper torque speci cation.
SeeCapacities and Specifications
on page 10-2for the wheel nut
torque speci cation.14. Tighten the wheel nuts rmly
in a crisscross sequence as
shown.
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Engine Cooling System
Inspection
Inspect the hoses and have them
replaced if they are cracked, swollen
or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes,
ttings and clamps; replace as
needed. Clean the outside of the
radiator and air conditioning
condenser. To help ensure proper
operation, a pressure test of
the cooling system and pressure
cap is recommended at least once
a year.
Throttle System
Inspection
Inspect the throttle system for
interference or binding, and for
damaged or missing parts.
Replace parts as needed.
Replace any components that
have high effort or excessive wear.
Do not lubricate accelerator and
cruise control cables.
Brake System Inspection
Inspect the complete system.
Inspect brake lines and hoses for
proper hook-up, binding, leaks,
cracks, cha ng, etc. Inspect disc
brake pads for wear and rotors for
surface condition. Inspect other
brake parts, including calipers,
parking brake, etc. You may need
to have your brakes inspected more
often if your driving habits or
conditions result in frequent braking.
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