Wheels

WHEEL REPLACEMENT The wheel studs and nuts are designed for specific applications. They must be replaced with equivalent parts. Do not use replacement parts of lesser quality or a substitute design. All aluminum and some steel wheels have wheel stud nuts which feature an enlarged nose. This enlarged nose is necessary to ensure proper retention of the aluminum wheels. Before installing the wheel, be sure to remove any build up of corrosion on the wheel mounting surfaces. Ensure wheels are installed with good metal-to-metal contact. Improper installation could cause loosening of wheel nuts. This could affect the safety and handling of your vehicle. To install the wheel, first position it properly on the mounting surface. All wheel nuts should then be tightened just snug. Gradually tighten them in sequence to the proper torque specification. Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. Wheels must be replaced if they have: -Excessive runout -Bent or dented -Leak air through welds -Have damaged bolt holes Wheel repairs employing hammering, heating, or welding are not allowed. Original equipment wheels are available through your dealer. Replacement wheels from any other source should be equivalent in: -Load carrying capacity -Diameter -Pilot Bore Diameter -Width -Offset -Mounting configuration Failure to use equivalent replacement wheels may affect the safety and handling of your vehicle. Replacement with used wheels is not recommended. Their service history may have included severe treatment.

WHEEL INSTALLATION The wheel studs and nuts are designed for specific applications. They must be replaced with equivalent parts. Do not use replacement parts of lesser quality or a substitute design. All aluminum and some steel wheels have wheel stud nuts which feature an enlarged nose. This enlarged nose is necessary to ensure proper retention of the aluminum wheels. Before installing the wheel, be sure to remove any build up of corrosion on the wheel mounting surfaces (1). Ensure wheels (2) are installed with good metal-to-metal contact. Improper installation could cause loosening of wheel nuts. This could affect the safety and handling of your vehicle. To install the wheel (2) , first position it properly on the mounting surface (1). All wheel nuts (3) should then be tightened just snug. Gradually tighten them in sequence to the proper torque specification (Figure 2). Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts.

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - WHEEL INSPECTION Inspect wheels for: -Excessive run out -Dents or cracks -Damaged wheel lug nut holes -Air Leaks from any area or surface of the rim If a wheel is damaged an original equipment replacement wheel should be used. When obtaining replacement wheels, they should be equivalent in load carrying capacity. The diameter, width, offset, pilot hole and bolt circle of the wheel should be the same as the original wheel. For Clarification: -Cosmetic refinishing for the purpose of repairing a superficial flaw is an acceptable procedure providing it is limited to paint or clear coat only, the wheel is not modified in any way, and there is no exposure to paint curing heat over 200 degrees Fahrenheit. -Damaged wheels are those which have been bent, broken, cracked or sustained some other physical damage which may have compromised the wheel structure -Repaired indicates that the wheel has been modified through bending, welding, heating, straightening, or material removal to rectify damage. -Re-plating of chrome plated wheels is not an acceptable procedure nor is chrome plating of original equipment painted or polished wheels, as this may alter mechanical properties and affect fatigue life.

DESCRIPTION The rim size is on the vehicle safety certification label located on the drivers door shut face. Original equipment wheels/rims are designed for operation up to the specified maximum vehicle capacity. All models use stamped steel, cast aluminum or forged aluminum wheels. Every wheel has raised sections between the rim flanges (1) and rim drop well (3) called safety humps. Initial inflation of the tire forces the bead over these raised sections. In case of rapid loss of air pressure, the raised sections help hold the tire on the wheel. The wheel studs and nuts are designed for specific applications. All aluminum and some steel wheels have wheel stud nuts with an enlarged nose. This enlarged nose is necessary to ensure proper retention of the wheels. Do not use replacement studs or nuts with a different design or lesser quality.

NUMBER: 22-001-12 GROUP: Tires and wheels DATE: February 16, 2012 THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES SERVICE BULLETIN 22-002-09, DATED July 29, 2009, WHICH SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM YOUR FILES. ALL REVISIONS ARE HIGHLIGHTED WITH **ASTERISKS** AND INCLUDE UPDATES TO APPLICABLE BODY AND MODEL YEAR INFORMATION ONLY. SUBJECT: Chrome Clad Wheel Adapters For Proper Balancing OVERVIEW: This bulletin describes the use of proper wheel adapters when mounting Chrome Clad wheels to wheel balancing equipment. MODELS: 2004 - 2008(CS)Pacifica 2007 - 2009(D1)Ram Truck (3500 Pick Up) **2010 - 2012(D2)Ram Truck (3500 Pick UP)** 2007 - 2010(DC)Ram Truck (3500 Chassis Cab) **2011 - 2012(DD)Ram Truck (3500 Chassis Cab)** 2005 - 2009(DH)Ram Truck (1500/2500 Pick Up) **2011 - 2012(DJ)Ram Truck (2500 Pick UP)** **2009 - 2012(DS)Ram Truck (1500)** 2004 - 2009(HB)Durango 2007 - 2009(HG)Aspen **2009 - 2012(JC)Journey** **2007 - 2012(JK)Wrangler** **2007 - 2012(JS)Avenger/Sebring/200** **2007 - 2012(KA)Nitro/Nitro (International Markets)** 2002 - 2007(KJ)Liberty 2002 - 2007(KJ)Cherokee (International Markets) **2008 - 2012(KK)Liberty** **2009 - 2012(LC)Challenger** **2005 - 2012(LE)Chrysler 300/300 (International Markets)** 2005 - 2010(LX)300/Magnum/Charger **2011 - 2012(LX)Chrysler 300** **2011 - 2012(LD)Charger** 2007 - 2010(MK)Compass/Patriot **2005 - 2012(ND)Dakota/Dakota (International Markets)** **2007 - 2012(PM)Caliber** 2001 - 2010(PT)Chrysler PT Cruiser 2001 - 2007(RG)Chrysler Voyager (International Markets) 2001 - 2007(RS)Town & Country/Caravan/Voyager **2008 - 2012(RT)Town & Country/Grand Caravan ** **2008 - 2012(R2)Town & Country/Grand Voyager (International Markets)** **2011 - 2012(WD)Durango** **2005 - 2012(WH/W1/W2)Grand Cherokee (International Markets)** **2005 - 2012(WK)Grand Cherokee** 2006 - 2010(XH)Commander (International Markets) 2006 - 2010(XK)Commander NOTE: This information applies to any model equipped with Chrome Clad Wheels. DISCUSSION: Models equipped with Chrome Clad wheels require specific piloting on balance equipment to properly center the wheel and prevent damage to the chrome clad surface. The chrome cladding is not removable or replaceable and has cladding tabs that extend into the wheel bore. Traditional high-taper cones will come into contact with the cladding tabs rather than properly seat on the hub bore chamfer. Many modern aluminum wheel designs cannot be mounted with traditional cones. Direct-Fit Collets should be used to properly mount clad wheels on balance equipment (Fig 1). SPECIAL TOOLS/EQUIPMENT REQUIRED: POLICY: Information Only Disclaimer: This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not an authorization for repair.

NUMBER: 31-005-11 GROUP: Collision Bulletin DATE: November 10, 2011 SUBJECT: Reconditioned Wheel Usage OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves Chrysler Group LLC position with regard to reconditioned wheel usage. DISCUSSION: Chrysler Group LLC does not recommend that customers use "reconditioned" wheels (wheels that have been damaged and repaired) because they can result in a sudden catastrophic wheel failure which could cause loss of control and result in injury or death. For clarification: ^Cosmetic refinishing for the purpose of repairing a superficial flaw is an acceptable procedure providing it is limited too paint or clear coat only, the wheel is not modified in any way, and there is no exposure to paint curing heat over 200 degrees Fahrenheit. ^Damaged wheels are those which have been bent, broken, cracked or sustained some other physical damage which may have compromised the wheel structure. ^Repaired indicates that the wheel has been modified through bending, welding, heating, straightening, or material removal to rectify damage. ^Re-plating of chrome plated wheels, or chrome plating of original equipment painted or polished wheels, is not an acceptable procedure as this may alter mechanical properties and affect fatigue life. Additionally, Chrysler Group LLC Global Warranty Administration does not allow refinishing of wheels under warranty. This statement supersedes any previously released information by Chrysler Group LLC. For more information, log on to www.MoparRepairConnection.com. POLICY: Information Only. Disclaimer: This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not an authorization for repair.

TIRES

The rim size is on the vehicle safety certification label located on the drivers door shut face. Original equipment wheels/rims are designed for operation up to the specified maximum vehicle capacity.

All models use stamped steel, cast aluminum or forged aluminum wheels. Every wheel has raised sections between the rim flanges (1) and rim drop well (3) called safety humps.

Initial inflation of the tire forces the bead over these raised sections. In case of rapid loss of air pressure, the raised sections help hold the tire on the wheel.

The wheel studs and nuts are designed for specific applications. All aluminum and some steel wheels have wheel stud nuts with an enlarged nose. This enlarged nose is necessary to ensure proper retention of the wheels. Do not use replacement studs or nuts with a different design or lesser quality.

Inspect wheels for:

Excessive run out Dents or cracks Damaged wheel lug nut holes Air Leaks from any area or surface of the rim

NOTE: Do not attempt to repair a wheel by hammering, heating or welding.

If a wheel is damaged an original equipment replacement wheel should be used. When obtaining replacement wheels, they should be equivalent in load carrying capacity. The diameter, width, offset, pilot hole and bolt circle of the wheel should be the same as the original wheel.

WARNING: Failure to use equivalent replacement wheels may adversely affect the safety and handling of the vehicle. Used wheels are not recommended. The service history of the wheel may have included severe treatment or very high mileage. The rim could fail without warning.

WARNING: DaimlerChrysler corporation does not recommend that customers use "reconditioned" wheels (wheels that have been damaged and repaired) because they can result in a sudden catastrophic wheel failure which could cause loss of control and result in injury or death.

For Clarification:

Cosmetic refinishing for the purpose of repairing a superficial flaw is an acceptable procedure providing it is limited to paint or clear coat only, the wheel is not modified in any way, and there is no exposure to paint curing heat over 200 degrees Fahrenheit. Damaged wheels are those which have been bent, broken, cracked or sustained some other physical damage which may have compromised the wheel structure Repaired indicates that the wheel has been modified through bending, welding, heating, straightening, or material removal to rectify damage. Re-plating of chrome plated wheels is not an acceptable procedure nor is chrome plating of original equipment painted or polished wheels, as this may alter mechanical properties and affect fatigue life.

The wheel studs and nuts are designed for specific applications. They must be replaced with equivalent parts.

Do not use replacement parts of lesser quality or a substitute design. All aluminum and some steel wheels have wheel stud nuts which feature an enlarged nose. This enlarged nose is necessary to ensure proper retention of the aluminum wheels.

NOTE: Do not use chrome plated lug nuts with chrome plated wheels.

Before installing the wheel, be sure to remove any build up of corrosion on the wheel mounting surfaces (1). Ensure wheels (2) are installed with good metal-to-metal contact. Improper installation could cause loosening of wheel nuts. This could affect the safety and handling of your vehicle.

To install the wheel (2) , first position it properly on the mounting surface (1). All wheel nuts (3) should then be tightened just snug.

Gradually tighten them in sequence to the proper torque specification. See Fig. 25. Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts.

The wheel studs and nuts are designed for specific applications. They must be replaced with equivalent parts. Do not use replacement parts of lesser quality or a substitute design. All aluminum and some steel wheels have wheel stud nuts which feature an enlarged nose. This enlarged nose is necessary to ensure proper retention of the aluminum wheels.

NOTE: Do not use chrome plated lug nuts with chrome plated wheels.

Before installing the wheel, be sure to remove any build up of corrosion on the wheel mounting surfaces. Ensure wheels are installed with good metal-to-metal contact. Improper installation could cause loosening of wheel nuts. This could affect the safety and handling of your vehicle.

To install the wheel, first position it properly on the mounting surface. All wheel nuts should then be tightened just snug. Gradually tighten them in sequence to the proper torque specification. Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts.

Wheels must be replaced if they have:

Excessive runout Bent or dented Leak air through welds Have damaged bolt holes

Wheel repairs employing hammering, heating, or welding are not allowed.

Original equipment wheels are available through your dealer. Replacement wheels from any other source should be equivalent in:

Load carrying capacity Diameter Pilot Bore Diameter Width Offset Mounting configuration

Failure to use equivalent replacement wheels may affect the safety and handling of your vehicle. Replacement with used wheels is not recommended. Their service history may have included severe treatment.

STUDS