DeVille V8-4.6L VIN Y (1998)
Wheels: Description and Operation
WHEELS DESCRIPTION
Replace the wheels, if the wheels exhibit any of the following problems:
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Bends
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Dents
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Excessive lateral runout
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Excessive radial runout
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Air leaks
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Elongated bolt holes
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Wheel nuts that won't stay tight
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Heavy corrosion
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Rust
Ensure that replacement wheels are equivalent to the stock wheels in the following specifications:
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Load capacity
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Diameter
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Rim width
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Offset
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Mounting configuration
A wheel of improper size or type may affect the following:
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Wheel life
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Bearing life
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Brake cooling
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Speedometer/odometer calibration
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Vehicle ground clearance
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Tire clearance to the body and chassis
Steel wheels have a two or three letter code stamped into the rim near the valve stem. Most aluminum wheels have a code, part number, and
manufacturer ID cast into the back side. Alternatively, the ID is located on the front side in the bolt circle area. Wheel color may also be required for
identification.
