Today was the day for me to install my winter (aka snow) tires. I ran into an issue that I hadn't seen discussed before so I thought I would post this if anyone else runs into this and perhaps save them some time (and anxiety!)
During manufacture Tesla installs a small bolt (see the first image, it's the one with a dab of orange paint between two screws). For the OEM rim there is a fairly large void between the holes for the lug screws. On the rims I purchased, there was a fairly small void (see the second and third attached images). The result was that my new rims wouldn't seat properly.
The solution is easy; remove the bolt. You'll need a 10mm socket to do so. There is no problem leaving that bolt out; it isn't critical for the car (as long as you have rims bolted on).
During manufacture Tesla installs a small bolt (see the first image, it's the one with a dab of orange paint between two screws). For the OEM rim there is a fairly large void between the holes for the lug screws. On the rims I purchased, there was a fairly small void (see the second and third attached images). The result was that my new rims wouldn't seat properly.
The solution is easy; remove the bolt. You'll need a 10mm socket to do so. There is no problem leaving that bolt out; it isn't critical for the car (as long as you have rims bolted on).
