Operation Manual

Wheels and tyres

172 Caravan - 12-10 - EN

14.5.2 Tightening torque

14.5.3 Changing a wheel

X Persons may not lie under a vehicle that is jacked up.

X If alloy wheels rims are in use and a steel spare wheel is mounted after a

puncture: Do not drive any further than necessary (car dealer, car workshop,

tyre dealer). Only drive at a suitable speed. The different wheels affect driving

handling.

Z Do not damage the thread of the thread bolts when changing the wheel.

Z Tighten the wheel nuts or wheel bolts cross-wise (Fig. 181).

Z When changing wheels (e.g. light metal wheel rims or wheels with winter tyres),

use the correct wheel bolts of the correct length and shape. The firm seating of

the wheels and the function of the braking system depend on this.

Z Wheel rims and tyres not permitted for use with the vehicle can jeopardise road

safety.

Z Protect the vehicle according to national regulations, e.g. with a hazard warning

triangle.

Z Before changing the wheel, check the wheel rim and tyre size, the max. tyre load

and the speed index on the tyres. Only use the wheel rim and tyre sizes stated

in the vehicle documents.

Wheel rim Tightening torque

Steel wheel rim 90 Nm

Alloy wheel rim 110 Nm

X The base of the vehicle jack must stand evenly on the ground.

X Do not tilt the vehicle jack.

X Always push in the insert profile of the AL-KO vehicle jack (special equip-

ment) into the receiving pocket until it stops.

Z A special vehicle jack from AL-KO with receiving pockets is available as special

equipment. These receiving pockets are mounted on the frame.

Z The AL-KO vehicle jack has a load-carrying capacity of 800 kg.

Z You should always have a spare wheel that is ready to use on hand. Therefore

always have a replaced wheel repaired immediately.

Z Take note of the general tips in this chapter.