Steel Wheel: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Subaru Outback and 2006 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Apply the parking brake, and position select lever to "P" or "LOW".
- Set the shop jacks or a lift to the specified points, and support the vehicle with its wheels slightly contacting the floor.
- Loosen the wheel nuts.
- Raise the vehicle until its wheels are off the ground using the jack or a lift.
- Remove the wheel nuts and wheels.NOTE:
- When removing the wheels, be careful not to damage the hub bolts.
- Place the wheels with their outer sides facing upward to prevent wheels from being damaged.