Perform the following inspection on all 4 alloy wheels
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The spare tire/wheel is not included in this inspection.
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This inspection applies only to vehicles within the range of this campaign. Refer to Service COMM to confirm campaign eligibility.
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Locate the valve stem.
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Count counterclockwise and identify the 3rd spoke from the valve stem (see Figure 1).
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Use a flashlight and a mirror to inspect the back side of the 3rd spoke.
NOTE: Make sure to inspect all 4 alloy wheels.
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Replace any wheel that has the word "CHINA" (as shown in Figure 3).
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If none of the wheels have the word "CHINA", no further action is needed.
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Wheel Replacement / Installation
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Follow Service Manual procedures for replacing wheel(s).
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Use a new seal (listed in the Parts Information) for each TPMS sensor / transmitter.
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TPMS sensor / transmitter nut torque: 7.7 N.m (0.79 kg-m, 68 in-lb)
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When installing new wheel(s), make sure to use a hand operated torque wrench (do not tighten wheel lug nuts with a power tool).
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Tighten lug nuts in a star pattern; tighten in 2 or 3 steps until final torque value is achieved.
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Lug nut final torque value: 113 N.m (12 kg-m, 83 ft-lb)
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Adjustment of steering angle sensor neutral position is not needed. |
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