WHEELS AND TIRES
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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.489
Wheel bolts
The wheel bolts hold the wheel in place.
CAUTION
Wheel bolts should be tightened to 103 ft.lbs. (140 Nm). Over-tightening could damagethe threads.
Only use wheels/rims that have been tested andapproved by Volvo and are included in Volvo'sproduct range.
Use a torque wrench to check that the wheelbolts are tightened correctly.
Never lubricate the wheel bolts' threads.
Locking wheel bolts *
A tool for removing locking wheel bolts can befound in the foam block under the cargo com-partment floor.
Related information
•Changing tires (p. 487)
•Installing a wheel (p. 491)
Removing a wheel
Wheel changes should always be carried outcorrectly.
1. Turn on the hazard warning flashers if thewheel change has to be done near passingtraffic.
2.Apply the parking brake and put the gearselector in P.
CAUTION
Models with suspension and level con-trol*:
Turn this function off before raising the vehi-cle.
To do so, go to SettingsVehicleDeactivate Suspension & Leveling Controlin the center display's Top view.
WARNING
•The jack must correctly engage the jackattachment.
•Be sure the jack is on a firm, level, non-slippery surface.
•Never allow any part of your body to beextended under a vehicle supported by ajack.
•Use the jack intended for the vehicle whenchanging a tire. For any other job, usestands to support the vehicle.
•Apply the parking brake and put the gearselector in the Park (P) position.
•Block the wheels standing on the ground,use rigid wooden blocks or large stones.
•The jack should be kept well-greased andclean, and should not be damaged.
•No objects should be placed between thebase of jack and the ground, or betweenthe jack and the attachment bar on thevehicle.
