Wheel Replacement

Wheels (1007) must be replaced when they are bent, dented, heavily rusted, have air leaks (aluminum wheels can, in most cases, be serviced using the procedure under Adjustments) or elongated wheel hub bolt holes, or have excessive lateral or radial runout. Wheels with a lateral or radial runout greater than the recommended specification may cause an objectionable, high-speed vehicle vibration.

Replacement wheels must be equal to the original equipment wheels in load capacity, diameter, width, offset and mounting configuration. An improper wheel may affect wheel and wheel bearing (4000) life, ground and tire clearance, or speedometer and odometer calibrations.