Question

a customer requests installing aftermarket wheels that were purchased online, but without lug nuts. the original vehicle lug nuts are tapered seat lug nuts. the aftermarket wheels call for flat seat lug nuts. what should be done? select one: a. the original lug nuts should be used and torqued to vehicle specification b. use the original lug nuts but torque them 10% over specification c. install flat seat lug nuts, torqued to specification, and recheck torque after 100 miles d. leave the decision up to the customer, and do whatever they want done

Explanation:

The aftermarket wheels require flat - seat lug nuts. Using the original tapered - seat lug nuts would not be proper as they are not compatible with the new wheels. Leaving the decision to the customer may lead to an unsafe choice. It is necessary to install the correct type of lug nuts (flat - seat in this case) and torque them to the specification and recheck after some mileage to ensure safety.

Answer:

C. Install flat seat lug nuts, torqued to specification, and recheck torque after 100 miles