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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
The chassis number (VIN) and stamped on the plate
illustrated in, located on the left front corner of the
instrument panel cover, visible from the outside vehicle
through the windshield.
This number is also stamped on the floor of the passen-
ger compartment, in front of the right front seat.The stamp includes:
•
Type of the vehicle
• Sequential production number of the chassis
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure
that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle. Any
time a wheel has been removed and reinstalled on the
vehicle, the lug nuts/bolts should be torqued using a
properly calibrated torque wrench.
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
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Torque Specifications
Lug Nut/Bolt Torque **Lug Nut/Bolt SizeLug Nut/
Bolt
Socket Size
89 Ft-Lbs (120 N·m) M12 x 1.25 x 25.517 mm
**Use only your authorized dealer recommended lug
nuts/bolts and clean or remove any dirt or oil before
tightening.
Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting
the tire and remove any corrosion or loose particles.
Wheel Mounting Surface
10
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Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until each
nut/bolt has been tightened twice.After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut/bolt torque to
be sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are properly seated
against the wheel.
WARNING!
To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack,
do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle
has been lowered. Failure to follow this warning
may result in personal injury.
Torque Patterns
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