Volvo 240 - Manual (Page 93)

1987 Volvo 240
stud to ensure that a removed wheel can be reinstalled in its original position.
Removal
To remove the wheel cap the center emblem must first be pried-off using the screwdriver provided in the
tool kit. The wheel cap may then be removed by hand. Loosen the wheel nuts 1/2-1 turn with the box
wrench provided in the tool kit. All of the wheel nuts have right-hand threads which are loosened by
turning them counterclockwise.
Installation
Clean the contact surfaces on the wheel and hub. Lift the wheel and place it on the hub. Make sure that
you align the wheel with the guide stud on the wheel hub prior to installation. Install the wheel nuts
clockwise and tighten lightly. The bevelled side of each nut should face the wheel. Lower the vehicle to
the ground and alternately torque the nuts to 63 ft. lbs. (85 Nm). Install the wheel cap.
pg. 83 Wheel changing
Using the jack
The spare wheel, jack and tool kit are stored in the trunk. On the wagon models the jack and crank
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