Procedures

INSPECTION

1) Deformation or damage to the rim may cause air leakage. Check the rim flange for deformation, cracks or damage, and repair or replace as necessary.
2) Jack-up the vehicle until wheels clear the floor.
3) Slowly rotate the wheel to check rim "runout" using a dial gauge.





Rim runout:

Aluminum Wheel:

4) If the rim runout exceeds specifications, remove the tire from wheel and check runout while attaching dial gauge to positions shown in the figure.





5) If the measured runout still exceeds specifications, replace the wheel.

CAUTION
Aluminum wheels are easily scratched. To maintain their appearance and safety, be careful of the following:

1) Do not damage the aluminum wheels during removal, installation, wheel balancing, etc. After removing aluminum wheels, place them on a rubber mat etc.
2) When washing the aluminum wheel, use neutral synthetic detergent and water. Avoid using the cleanser including abrasive, hard brushes or an automatic car washer.