Steel Wheel Repair Description

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Buick Regal and 2002 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: DO NOT heat wheels in an attempt to soften them for straightening or repair damage from striking curbs, etc. DO NOT weld wheels. The alloy used in these wheels is heat-treated and uncontrolled heating from welding affects the properties of the material.

NOTE: The use of tube less tires is not a recommended repair due to the fact that speed ratings are greatly reduced.

You can repair porosity in aluminum wheels. If leaks are found in a steel wheel, replace the wheel with a wheel of original equipment quality.