This procedure covers the removal, mounting, balancing, and reinstallation of tires on a 2011-2014 Ford F-150 3.5L EcoBoost 4WD.

Warnings

Tools required

Parts

• Tires × 4 — Per vehicle specifications and customer preference
• Valve stems × 4 — TR413 or TPMS-compatible valve stems
• Wheel weights (clip-on or adhesive) × 1 — As needed per wheel balance
• Valve cores × 4 — Standard valve cores

Preparation

1. Park vehicle on level, solid surface and engage parking brake
2. Verify replacement tires match load rating and size specifications for 2011-2014 F-150 (commonly LT265/70R17 or P275/55R20 depending on trim)
3. Loosen all wheel lug nuts 1/4 turn while vehicle is on ground
4. Raise vehicle with floor jack at manufacturer-approved lift points
5. Support vehicle securely on four jack stands, one at each corner
6. Remove all four wheels and place on clean work surface

Procedure

1. 1

   Inspect wheels and TPMS sensors
   Visually inspect each wheel for cracks, bends, or damage. Check TPMS sensor condition and verify sensor IDs if programming will be required. Note the location of each TPMS sensor valve stem (typically at 90 degrees from valve stem marking on wheel). Clean wheel mounting surface and hub face with wire brush to remove rust and debris.
2. 2

   Deflate and remove old tires
   Remove valve cores from all four tires using valve core tool to completely deflate. Position first wheel on tire changing machine and clamp securely per machine manufacturer specifications. Position bead breaker shoe away from TPMS sensor location. Break both beads, rotating wheel as needed. Use mounting arm and tire irons to remove tire from wheel, being careful not to contact or damage TPMS sensor.
3. 3

   Clean and prepare wheels
   Remove old wheel weights from both inner and outer wheel surfaces. Clean wheel thoroughly, removing all old adhesive, dirt, and corrosion from bead seats and weight mounting surfaces. Inspect bead seats for damage or corrosion that could prevent proper tire seating. Wipe dry and ensure bead seats are smooth.
4. 4

   Install new valve stems or inspect TPMS
   If wheels have rubber snap-in valve stems, install new valve stems. For TPMS-equipped wheels (standard on 2011-2014 F-150), inspect TPMS sensor, valve stem, and grommet for damage. Replace TPMS valve stem and service kit if worn or damaged. Ensure TPMS sensor is securely mounted and torqued per sensor manufacturer specification (typically 4-6 lb-ft for stem nut).
5. 5

   Mount new tires
   Verify tire rotation direction if tires are directional (arrow on sidewall). Apply tire mounting lubricant to both tire beads and wheel bead seats. Position tire on wheel with TPMS sensor at valve stem location. Use tire machine mounting arm to work top bead over wheel rim, then bottom bead, keeping mounting head positioned away from TPMS sensor area. Ensure tire is centered on wheel before inflation.
6. 6

   Seat tire beads
   Install valve core finger-tight. Inflate tire slowly while observing both beads. If beads do not seat easily, deflate and relubricate, or use bead seating blast if equipped. Once beads are fully seated against wheel (verify bead seat line is even around entire circumference), inflate to approximately 40 PSI for balancing. Check for leaks around valve stem and bead seats.
7. 7

   Balance wheel and tire assembly
   Mount wheel/tire assembly on balancing machine per machine manufacturer instructions. Enter wheel diameter, width, and offset measurements. Spin wheel and wait for machine to calculate imbalance. Install wheel weights as indicated by balancer on both inner and outer planes. Re-spin to verify balance is within acceptable limits (typically 0.25 oz or less). Repeat for all four wheel/tire assemblies.
8. 8

   Adjust tire pressure
   After balancing, adjust each tire to the pressure specified on the vehicle door jamb sticker (typically 35 PSI for F-150, but verify for specific model and load). Ensure all valve cores are tightened securely and install valve stem caps.
9. 9

   Install wheels on vehicle
   Clean wheel hub mounting surface with wire brush if not done previously. Align wheel with hub and slide onto studs. Install lug nuts by hand, ensuring proper seating (tapered seat lug nuts for steel or aluminum wheels). Thread all lug nuts until snug by hand before using tools.
   Torque spec

   Wheel Lug Nuts140 Nm (103 lb-ft)
10. 10

    Torque lug nuts
    With vehicle still on jack stands, use torque wrench to tighten lug nuts in a star/cross pattern to 140 Nm (103 lb-ft). Start from one lug nut and skip to the opposite lug, working in a star pattern to ensure even seating. Make multiple passes, gradually increasing torque to final specification.
    Torque spec

    Wheel Lug Nuts140 Nm (103 lb-ft)
11. 11

    Lower vehicle and final torque
    Raise vehicle slightly with floor jack and remove jack stands. Lower vehicle completely to ground. Perform final torque check on all lug nuts in star pattern to 140 Nm (103 lb-ft) with wheels loaded on ground.
    Torque spec

    Wheel Lug Nuts140 Nm (103 lb-ft)

Reassembly

1. Install center caps or hub covers if equipped
2. If TPMS warning light is illuminated, drive vehicle for 10-15 minutes at speeds above 20 MPH to allow TPMS system to relearn sensor positions, or perform manual TPMS relearn procedure if required

Verification

• Verify all lug nuts are torqued to specification using torque wrench in star pattern
• Check tire pressures with accurate gauge and confirm they match door jamb specification
• Test drive vehicle at low speed and verify no vibration or pulling
• Verify TPMS light extinguishes after driving cycle or relearn procedure
• Inspect all wheels for proper seating and no visible wobble during rotation
• Re-check lug nut torque after 50-100 miles of driving

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