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MAINTENANCE
Tires

Wheel Removal

1. Apply the brakes. Set the park brake. Turn the key off.
2. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
3. Elevate the side of the vehicle by placing a suitable stand under the frame.
4. Remove the wheel nuts and washers. Remove the wheel.

Wheel Installation

1. Set the park brake. Place the wheel in the
correct position on the wheel hub. Be sure
the valve stem is toward the outside and
rotation arrows on the tire point toward
forward rotation.
WARNING! Improperly installed wheels can
adversely affect tire wear and vehicle handling,
which can result in serious injury or death. Always
ensure that all nuts are torqued to specification. Do
not service axle nuts that have a cotter pin installed.
See your GEM dealer.
2. Attach the wheel nuts and washers and
finger tighten.
3. Carefully lower the vehicle to the ground.
4. Torque the wheel nuts to specification.