Rear Wheel Replacement Instructions - Mg models
If you do not have the necessary tools or are not comfortable with the steps below you can order the wheel replacement service from our
service page.
Required tools
- 10mm open-ended or socket wrench (an adjustable wrench will work also)
- 5mm hex key wrench
- Snap ring pliers
Steps
- Remove the bolt that locks the rear wheel in place using the 5mm hex key and 10mm wrench. Set the bolt, washer, and lock nut aside.
- Remove the rear wheel from the deck.
- Remove the snap ring from one side of the axle, remove the axle and put it in the new wheel, and reinstall the snap ring. Note: If you do not have snap ring pliers, you can purchase an Mg rear wheel which comes with the axle and snap rings already installed.
- Install the new rear wheel, making sure to align the holes in the deck with the holes in the center of the wheel.
- Replace the bolt by sliding it through the deck and pushing it through to the other side of the deck. Install the washer and lock nut and retighten the bolt.
