| Before balancing the wheels /tyres, the following conditions should be met: |
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| The tyre pressure must be correct. |
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| The tyre tread should not have any lateral wear and should have a minimum depth of 4 mm. |
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| The tyre should not in any way be cut, punctured or contain foreign bodies, etc. |
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| The suspension, steering and suspension rods including the shock absorbers should be in perfect condition. |
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| A test drive should first be made. |
| Test drive prior to balancing |
Note | If a complaint is received for “imbalance while driving” the vehicle should be taken for a test drive before starting the balancing. |
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| Identify the imbalance. |
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| Record the range of speeds in which imbalance becomes apparent. |
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| Immediately after the test drive, raise the vehicle off the ground. |
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| Mark the assembly point on the tyre. |
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