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 tires clear the floor.
3. Slowly rotate the wheel to check rim “runout” using a dial gauge.
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Axial runout limit |
Radial runout limit |
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1.5 mm (0.059 in) | |
4. If the rim runout exceeds specifications, remove the tire from the wheel and check runout with the dial gauge attached to positions shown in the figure.
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(1) |
Approx. 7 mm (0.28 in) |
5. If the measured runout still exceeds specifications, replace the wheel.