Wheel Torquing

Proper lug nut torque at the time of installation, and re-torquing after seat-in, is essential for safe and efficient service. For more details on how to protect your tires and maximize their cost-efficiency, contact your local Fountain Tire store.

Torque too Low

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Torque too High

Potential problems:

Retorquing

Newly installed wheels “seat-in”, or adjust to rolling forces, over the first 150 kilometers of use. Retorquing lug nuts after this period is critical to ensuring proper clamping pressure is being maintained on the wheel.