Revision question · Vehicle condition

A tyre has been replaced on your vehicle. What precautions should be taken when tightening the wheel nuts?

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Tighten the nuts in a clockwise direction

Fully tighten each nut before moving to the next

Tighten the nuts evenly with a torque wrench

Tighten the nuts with an air-operated power tool

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Tighten the nuts evenly with a torque wrenchThis was the right answer

When a wheel is refitted, the wheel nuts/studs should be tightened gradually and diagonally across the wheel. You should tighten the nuts to the specified torque setting, using a calibrated torque wrench.

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Use trained tyre fitters and the correct wheel procedureReviewed guidance summary · Secure support and calibrated diagonal tightening are part of trained wheel fitting, not an invitation to roadside repairs in traffic.

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