Tracker 2WD L4-1.6L VIN 6 (2000)
Wheels: Service Precautions
Wheel Removal
Caution: 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.
Notice: Never use heat to loosen a tight wheel. It can shorten the life of the wheel, studs, or hub and bearing assemblies. Wheel nuts must be
tightened in sequence and to the specified torque to avoid bending the wheel or rotor.
Apply penetrating oil sparingly to the hub surface, if you use oil.
Removing the wheels can be difficult, because of foreign material or a tight fit between the wheel center hole and the hub or the rotor. Excessive force,
such as hammering on the wheel or the tire, can cause damage. Slightly tapping the tire side wall with a rubber mallet is acceptable. If the wheel is still
difficult to remove, use the following procedure:
1. Loosen each wheel nut 2 turns.
2. Apply quick, hard jabs to the brake pedal in order to loosen the wheel. If this does not loosen the wheel, rock the vehicle from side to side, using
the body weight of 1 or more persons.
3. Repeat this procedure if the wheel is still tight.
