Kia Niro: Tires/Wheels / Wheel Repair procedures

Hub nut tightening sequence

Tighten the hub nuts in the following sequence.

Tightening torque:

88.3 - 107.9 N·m (9.0 - 11.0 kgf·m, 65.1 - 79.6 lb·ft)

  

When using an impact gun, final tightening torque should be checked using a torque wrench.

Run out inspection

1.

Jack up the vehicle.

2.

Measure the wheel run-out by using a dial indicator as shown below.

Run-out
Aluminum
Radial mm (in.)
Below 0.3 (0.0118)
Lateral mm (in.)
Below 0.3 (0.0118)

3.

If measured value exceeds the standard value, replace the wheel.

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