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Changing a wheel: Loosening the wheel bolts
Fig. 1 Changing a wheel: Loosening the wheel bolts
The wheel bolts must be loosened before raising the vehicle.
Loosening
Fit the box spanner as far as it will go over the wheel bolt1).
Grip the box spanner as close to the end as possible and turn the wheel bolts about one turn anti-clockwise Fig. 1 -arrow-.
Tightening
Fit the box spanner as far as it will go over the wheel bolt1).
Grip the box spanner as close to the end as possible and tighten the bolt firmly by turning clockwise.
WARNING!
To avoid accidents, the wheel bolts should only be loosened slightly (about one turn) before raising the vehicle with the jack.
Note
  • Do not use the hexagonal socket in the screwdriver handle to loosen or tighten the wheel bolts.
  • If the wheel bolt is very tight, it may be possible to loosen it by pushing down the end of the spanner carefully with your foot. Hold on to the car for support and take care not to slip.
1) An adapter is required to unscrew or tighten the anti-theft wheel bolts* Link.