Tempo L4-122 2.0L DSL (1984)
For maximum corrosion protection and customer satisfaction, it is highly recommended that all dealers begin using...
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Ford approved polyester coated wheel weights on all aluminum wheels
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"Dacromet" clip coated weights on steel wheels.
Both series of wheel balance weights are available in 5 gram increments. It is recommended that dealers begin converting their current balance
equipment to accept the metric series balance weights.
GUIDELINES FOR IDENTIFYING BALANCE WEIGHTS:
Since Ford passenger car aluminum wheels are not designed to use other manufacturer's balance weights, any mismatch will possibly allow the weight to
fall off the wheel resulting in a repeat repair. To ensure retention and improve corrosion resistance, only Ford approved balance weights should be used
on Ford wheels.
Some guidelines for telling the difference between Ford aluminum wheel weights and GM aluminum wheel weights are ...
Figure 1
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The GM weight has a larger clip than the Ford weight, Figure 1.
Figure 2
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When a GM weight is installed on a Ford wheel, the balance weight will not lay flat against the wheel's face, Figure 2.
NOTE:
REFER TO THE ROTUNDA CATALOG FOR NON-DOMESTIC PASSENGER CAR WHEEL WEIGHTS.
Refer to the following wheel weight charts for a description and Rotunda part number.
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: None
WARRANTY STATUS: INFORMATION ONLY
