2026-03-04

Steel Wheel (Long Range) (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 34010201301, 34010201302 0.78 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and FRT listed above reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

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This procedure is a DRAFT. Although it has been validated, Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near High Voltage systems and components.

Note: This procedure is for replacing the wheel while reusing the existing tire. If replacing the wheel and installing a new tire, see Tire - Front - LH (Tire Purchase).

  • 2025-11-06: Added note to clarify that this procedure is for reusing the existing tire.
  • 2025-06-21: Released new procedure.
  1. Remove the wheel assembly. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  2. Place wheel and tire on tire machine and secure
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    1x wheel clamp
  3. Remove valve stem cap
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    1x cap
  4. Remove valve stem core
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    Note
    Exercise caution as tire rapidly deflates, wear appropriate PPE
  5. Rotate wheel and tire so that upper roller is ~100mm in front of the valve stem
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    Failure to properly position valve stem can result in TPMS damage
  6. Break tire beads
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    Lubricate as required
  7. Remove tire from wheel
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    Make sure to position the TPMS sensor ahead of the tire machine arm
  8. Remove wheel from tire changer
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    1x clamp
  9. Install valve stem
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    1x rubber valve stem, Insert from underneath, Pull up with installation tool until seated, Tire shown removed for clarity
  10. Install wheel onto tire changer
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    1x clamp
  11. Thoroughly lubricate both tire beads then position for installation
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    Make sure to position the TPMS sensor opposite the tire machine arm, Ensure wheel cover design side of tire is facing outwards
  12. Install tire to wheel
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    Use caution to avoid damage to beads, Apply additional lubricant as required
  13. Inflate the tire to seat beads
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    Do not exceed the pressure indicated on the tire sidewall, Wear PPE, Ensure inside and outside beads are seated
  14. Install valve core stem
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    Hand tight only, Do not overtighten
  15. Remove wheel and tire from tire changer
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    1x clamp
  16. Install tire and wheel assembly onto balancer
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    1x 6-lug wheel flange, Position wheel onto spindle shaft then secure wheel using flange, If 6-lug wheel flange unavailable use 216mm Blue Hunter centering cone adapter
  17. Remove wheel weights
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    1x tape weight, 1x hammer-on weight
  18. Verify tire pressure is set
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    Set to specification, Refer to "Tire and Loading Information" label located on driver side B-pillar, Install valve stem cap
  19. Input wheel dimensions into balancer machine
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    If machine does not require manual input then skip this step
  20. Perform road force wheel balance
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    Follow machine instructions, Safety hood must be down to start balancing, Make sure load roller engages
  21. Record road force wheel balance results
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    If road force is within limit then skip to install wheel weights, If road force is outside limit then proceed to force match
  22. Perform tire and wheel force match
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    Measure run out then mark tire and rim for reference points, Use machine to determine points to match on tire and wheel
  23. Remove tire and wheel assembly from balancer
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    1x 6-lug wheel flange, Remove flange then remove wheel from spindle shaft
  24. Install tire and wheel assembly onto tire machine
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    1x wheel clamp, Position wheel onto wheel support then secure wheel using clamp
  25. Remove valve stem cap
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    1x cap
  26. Remove valve stem core
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    Exercise caution as tire rapidly deflates, Wear appropriate PPE
  27. Break tire beads
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    Use lubrication around tire and wheel, Break top and bottom bead
  28. Remove tire from wheel
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    Make sure to position TPMS sensor ahead of tire machine arm
  29. Install tire onto wheel matching previously marked points from balancer
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    Rotate tire to align with previously marked reference points
  30. Inflate tire to seat beads
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    Recommend assistance, Lift tire while inflating, Do not exceed pressure indicated on tire sidewall
  31. Install valve stem core
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    Exercise caution as tire rapidly deflates, Wear appropriate PPE
  32. Remove tire and wheel assembly from tire machine
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    1x wheel clamp, Remove clamp then remove wheel from wheel support
  33. Install tire and wheel assembly onto balancer
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    1x 6-lug wheel flange, Position wheel onto spindle shaft then secure wheel using flange, If 6-lug wheel flange unavailable use 216mm Blue Hunter centering cone adapter
  34. Verify tire pressure is set
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    Set to specification, Refer to "Tire and Loading Information" label located on driver side B-pillar, Install valve stem cap
  35. Input wheel dimensions into balancer machine
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    Note
    If machine does not require manual input then skip this step
  36. Perform road force wheel balance
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    Follow machine instructions, Safety hood must be down to start balancing, Make sure load roller engages
  37. Install weights onto wheel
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    1x tape weight, 1x hammer on weight, Place weights on positions indicated by balancer
  38. Perform check spin
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    Follow machine instructions, Safety hood must be down to start balancing, Make sure load roller engages
  39. Remove tire and wheel assembly from balancer
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    1x 6-lug wheel flange, Remove flange then remove wheel from spindle shaft
  40. Install the wheel assembly. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  41. Perform indirect TPMS calibration (Placeholder)
  42. Road test vehicle - need to drive over 20 MPH to complete TPMS learn
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    Per current FRT (00040100) 0.3 hrs