FORD 2001 F-550 v.1 - Manual (Page 181)

The following steps apply to all vehicles:
19. Remove the jack and fully tighten
the lug nuts in the order shown.
20. Stow the flat tire. Refer to
Stowing the spare tire if the vehicle
is equipped with a spare tire carrier.
21. Stow the jack, jack handle and
lug wrench. Make sure the jack is
securely fastened so it does not
rattle when driving.
22. Unblock the wheels.
On vehicles equipped with dual rear
wheels, retighten the wheel lug nuts to the specified torque at 160 km
(100 miles), and again at 800 km (500 miles) of new vehicle operation.
On vehicles equipped with single rear wheels, retighten the lug nuts to
the specified torque at 800 km (500 miles) after any wheel disturbance
(rotation, flat tire, wheel removal, etc.).
Bolt Size Wheel Lug nut Torque*
Nm Lb-ft
M14 x 2.0 200-225 150-165
* Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust.
All 2 piece flat wheel nuts, apply a light machine oil between the flat
washer and the nut. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners.
JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames,
sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or
vehicle damage.
Do not push start your vehicle. You could damage the catalytic
converter.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes, and
clothing, if contacted.
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