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Wheels: Testing and Inspection
Runout

1. Jack-up vehicle until wheels clear the floor.

2. Slowly rotate wheel to check rim "runout" using a dial gauge.

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Steel wheel 15 mm (0 059 inch)

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Aluminum wheel 10 mm (0 039 inch)

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

Wheels and Tires|Service and Repair > < Balancing