Wheel Torque: Intro
Safely installing a wheel on a vehicle requires the right hardware, tools, pressure and patterns. As much as it seems simple, there actually is a science to it –- a science worth learning as the careless installation of wheels on a vehicle can cause both damage to the tires and wheels as well as potential danger to passengers. Read More
Recommended torque specifications are unique for each type of vehicle. Specifications vary by make, model and year, so it is important to check the vehicle owner’s manual for the vehicle in your bay or refer to a trusted service resource for the torque specification required.
Like a new pair of shoes, wheels take a bit of time to break in and to fit their vehicle properly.
The first step in attaching a wheel to a vehicle is to start the hardware by hand, making sure the bolts go on smoothly and evenly. After that, an impact wrench fitted with an impact torque stick can speed the wheel-mounting process.
When tires are rotated or when new tires or wheels are mounted on a vehicle, tightening the hardware to the right torque is critical. As the hardware seats naturally, those bolts don’t always stay as secure as necessary to maintain safety.
| Title | Company | Loc. | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| The importance of torque specifications | 03/23/2023 | ||
| Torque check and recheck recommendations | 03/23/2023 | ||
| Using torque sticks to speed service times | 03/23/2023 | ||
| The danger of too much, too little torque | 03/23/2023 |
