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Wheels, Targeted Rotating For Directional Tires

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Be careful not to scratch off the bonded wheel trim on these rims.

The surface of the wheel trim is very sensitive.

The rim will have to be replaced if the wheel trim is damaged.

The wheel trim cannot be replaced.

Fig 1: Identifying Wheel Rims With Glued-On Wheel Trim
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Perform a road test to determine if a vehicle pulls to one side and if so, when and to which side
If the vehicle pulls to one side, swap wheel with tire front and back.
Road Test, Performing
Vehicle travels straight - END
Vehicle does not travel straight
First, replace one tire on the front axle
Road Test, Performing
Vehicle travels straight - END
Vehicle does not travel straight
Replace second tire on the front axle
Road Test, Performing
Vehicle travels straight - END
Vehicle does not travel straight
Measure vehicle at front and back
Road Test, Performing
Vehicle travels straight - END
Vehicle does not travel straight, inform Product Support