Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Suzuki XL7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .

Fig 1: Identifying Wheel Nuts
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Remove the wheel center cap, if equipped.
Remove the wheel nut caps, if equipped.

Fig 2: Identifying Wheel Assembly And Wheel Nuts
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Mark the relationship of the wheel to the hub.
Remove the wheel nuts.
WARNING:
If penetrating oil gets on the vertical surfaces between the wheel and the rotor or drum it could cause the wheel to work loose as the vehicle is driven, resulting in loss of control and an injury accident.

CAUTION:
Removing the wheel may be difficult because of foreign materials or a tight fit between the wheel and the hub/rotor. Slightly tap the tire side wall with a rubber mallet in order to remove the wheel. Failure to follow these instructions may result in damage to the wheel.
Remove the tire and wheel assembly from the vehicle. If the tire and wheel assembly is difficult to remove, perform the following steps:
1. Install and tighten all wheel nuts on the affected wheel.
2. Loosen each wheel nut 2 turns.
3. Lower the vehicle.
4. Rock the vehicle from side to side.
5. Start the engine.
6. Drive the vehicle forward slightly.
7. Apply the brakes quickly and firmly.
8. Drive the vehicle backward slightly.
9. Apply the brakes quickly and firmly.
10. Repeat this procedure, if necessary.