Tire Rotation

Rotate tires on a 2024 Rivian EDV 500 electric delivery van to promote even wear and extend tire life, following recommended rotation pattern for dual motor AWD configuration.

Warnings

Tools required

Preparation

1. Park vehicle on level, solid surface and engage parking brake
2. Place wheel chocks behind rear wheels
3. Mark each tire position with chalk (LF, RF, LR, RR) to track rotation pattern
4. Check tire pressures before rotation and record values for post-rotation adjustment
5. Verify wheel type (alloy vs steel) to determine correct torque specification
6. Loosen all lug nuts 1/4 turn while vehicle is still on ground (do not remove)

Procedure

1. 1

   Lift and support front of vehicle
   Position floor jack under front designated lift point per owner's manual. Lift front of vehicle and place jack stands under front jack points on frame rails. Lower vehicle onto jack stands and verify stability before proceeding.
2. 2

   Lift and support rear of vehicle
   Position floor jack under rear designated lift point. Lift rear of vehicle and place jack stands under rear jack points on frame rails. Lower vehicle onto jack stands. Ensure all four corners are securely supported on jack stands.
3. 3

   Remove all four wheels
   Remove lug nuts completely from all four wheels, keeping each set of lug nuts with their respective wheel position markers. Remove all four wheels and place them near their marked positions.
4. 4

   Inspect tires and brake components
   With wheels removed, inspect each tire for uneven wear patterns, damage, embedded objects, and remaining tread depth (minimum 4/32 inch). Check brake pads for thickness through wheel opening and inspect brake rotors for scoring or damage. Document any concerns.
   ℹ️EDV 500 uses regenerative braking which may result in different brake wear patterns than conventional vehicles.
5. 5

   Rotate tires per AWD pattern
   For AWD configuration, use forward cross pattern: move left front to left rear, right front to right rear, left rear to right front, right rear to left front. If tires are directional, use front-to-back rotation only (left front to left rear, right front to right rear, left rear to left front, right rear to right front).
   ⚠Verify tire rotation direction arrows on sidewall. Directional tires must maintain correct rotation direction.
6. 6

   Install wheels in new positions
   Mount each tire to its new position. Hand-thread all lug nuts onto studs, turning clockwise until snug against wheel. Ensure wheel is seated properly against hub before tightening.
7. 7

   Perform initial lug nut tightening
   Using lug wrench or impact wrench, tighten lug nuts in star pattern (not in circular sequence) until wheels are firmly secured but not fully torqued. This allows wheels to seat properly against hubs.
8. 8

   Lower vehicle to ground
   Raise vehicle slightly with floor jack to unload jack stands. Remove all four jack stands. Carefully lower vehicle completely to ground. Remove floor jack and wheel chocks.
9. 9

   Torque lug nuts to specification
   Using calibrated torque wrench, torque lug nuts to specification in star pattern. For alloy wheels: 130 Nm (96 lb-ft). For steel wheels: 140 Nm (103 lb-ft). Make multiple passes in star pattern, gradually increasing torque until final specification is reached on all lug nuts.
   Torque spec

   Lug Nuts - Alloy Wheels130 Nm (96 lb-ft)

   Lug Nuts - Steel Wheels140 Nm (103 lb-ft)
10. 10

    Adjust tire pressures
    Check tire pressure on all four tires with accurate gauge. Adjust to specifications listed on driver door jamb placard (front and rear pressures may differ). EDV 500 typically requires higher pressures due to vehicle weight.
11. 11

    Reset TPMS and update vehicle records
    If equipped with position-specific TPMS, use vehicle infotainment system or TPMS tool to reset tire positions. Access through vehicle settings menu and follow prompts to relearn new tire positions. Update maintenance records with rotation mileage.

Reassembly

1. No disassembly required for this procedure

Verification

• Test drive vehicle at low speed and verify no unusual vibrations or noises from wheels
• Check that TPMS system shows correct pressures for all four positions without warning lights
• After 50 miles of driving, recheck lug nut torque on all wheels using torque wrench in star pattern
• Verify wheel covers or center caps are properly secured if removed during procedure
• Confirm all tire pressures remain at specification after driving

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