Finish Damage Evaluation Procedure

Important: 

• If the wheels are chrome-plated, do not re-plate or refinish the wheels.
• If the wheels are polished aluminum, do not refinish the wheels in the dealer environment. Utilize a refinishes that meets manufacturer guidelines.

1. Inspect the wheels for damage from uncoated wheel balance weights or from automatic car wash facilities.
2. Inspect the wheels for the following conditions:
   • Corrosion
   • Scrapes
   • Gouges
3. Verify the damage is not deeper than what sanding can remove.
4. Inspect the wheels for cracks. If a wheel has cracks, discard the wheel.
5. Inspect the wheels for bent rim flanges. If a rim flange is bent, discard the wheel.