Wheels: Testing and Inspection

Checking Radial And Lateral Runout
- Dimension "a" = 8 mm
- Radial and lateral runout must be measured at the points on the inside of the wheel rim shown on the following drawing (dimension "a").
- The maximum allowable radial and lateral runout on light alloy wheels is 0.7 mm.
- The maximum allowable radial and lateral runout on wheels with tires is 1.25 mm.
Values lower than 1.0 mm (preferably around 0.5 mm) should be aimed for.

CAUTION: Welding and straightening work on light alloy wheels is not allowed.





NOTE: For measurements on wheels with or without tires, use a tire runout gage, e.g. VAG 1435.