Mustang Cobra V8-281 4.6L DOHC VIN V MFI (1997)
Wheel Fastener: Service and Repair
Wheel Fastener
CAUTION:
JACKING SAFETY
Do not exceed the recommendations of Load Rating Capacity specified on the Vehicle Safety Certification decal located on door pillar.
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A jack is provided for wheel and tire maintenance only.
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Never run engine when vehicle is supported by a jack.
ANTI-THEFT
Aluminum wheels are equipped with anti-theft lug nuts (one per wheel) that are installed during vehicle pre-delivery.
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The key is attached to the wheel lug nut wrench stowed with the spare tire.
CAUTION: Make sure the key is held square to the lug nuts. If the key is on an angle, it may damage the key and the anti-theft lug nuts. DO
NOT use a power impact wrench on the wheel hub bolt nut key.
1. To remove or install the anti-theft lug nut insert the key into the slot of the lug nut.
2. Place the wheel lug nut wrench on the key and, while applying pressure on the key, remove or install the lug nut.
