Removing a wheel

Wheel changes should always be carried out correctly.
Turn on the hazard warning flashers if the wheel change has to be done near passing traffic.
Apply the parking brake and put the gear selector in P.

 Important

Models with suspension and level control*:

Turn this function off before raising the vehicle.

To do so, go to SettingsVehicleDeactivate Suspension & Leveling Control in the center display's Top view.

 Warning

  • The jack must correctly engage the jack attachment.
  • Be sure the jack is on a firm, level, non-slippery surface.
  • Never allow any part of your body to be extended under a vehicle supported by a jack.
  • Use the jack intended for the vehicle when changing a tire. For any other job, use stands to support the vehicle.
  • Apply the parking brake and put the gear selector in the Park (P) position.
  • Block the wheels standing on the ground, use rigid wooden blocks or large stones.
  • The jack should be kept well-greased and clean, and should not be damaged.
  • No objects should be placed between the base of jack and the ground, or between the jack and the attachment bar on the vehicle.

 Note

The jack provided with your vehicle is intended to be used only in temporary situations such as changing wheels in the event of a flat tire. Only the jack that came with your particular model should be used to lift the vehicle. If the vehicle needs to be lifted more frequently or for a prolonged period, using a garage jack or hoist is recommended. Always follow this device’s instructions for use.

Take out the jack*, lug wrench*, the tool for removing the plastic covers on the wheel bolts and the towing eyelet stowed under the floor of the trunk.

P5-1507-tool for removing plastic cap on wheels screws
Tool for removing the plastic covers on the wheel bolts

Remove the plastic covers on the wheel bolts.

Block the wheels that are on the ground with wooden blocks or large stones.
P5-1507-tool for wheel screws
Lug wrench and towing eyelet

Screw the towing eyelet into the lug wrench as shown in the illustration.

 Important

The towing eyelet must be screwed into the lug wrench as far as possible.
With the vehicle still on the ground, use the lug wrench/towing eyelet to loosen the wheel bolts ½ – 1 turn by exerting downward (counterclockwise) pressure.

When hoisting the vehicle, it is essential that the jack (or garage lift arms) are positioned correctly on the underside of the vehicle. There are two jack attachment points on each side of the vehicle and there is a groove in the plastic cover at each attachment point. Position the jack under the attachment point to be used on a level, firm, non-slippery surface and crank it up until it is correctly aligned and seated in the attachment point. The pin on the jack's head must be positioned in the hole in the attachment point.

P5-1617-S90-jacking points
Raise the vehicle until the wheel to be changed is lifted off the ground. Remove the wheel bolts.
  1. * Option/accessory.