GeneralQuestion 113 of 120
Technician A says wheel lug nuts can be tightened in any order. Technician B says they should be tightened in a crisscross (star) pattern to the specified torque. Who is correct?
a.Technician A only
b.Technician B only
c.Both A and B
d.Neither A nor B
Explanation
Lug nuts must be tightened gradually in a crisscross pattern to seat the wheel evenly and prevent rotor distortion. Uneven or over-tightening can warp rotors and damage studs. Technician A is incorrect.
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