General Refinishing Procedures - Installation
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- Unmask the wheels.
- Clean all wheel mounting surface of any corrosion, overspray, or dirt.
- Install NEW coated balance weights at marked locations.
- Install wheels on vehicle.
IMPORTANT:
When re-balancing a tire on an aluminum wheel, coated balance weights must be used in order to reduce the chance of future cosmetic damage.
IMPORTANT:
Use a torque stick on an impact wrench, or a torque wrench to consistently and uniformly fasten the wheel to the specified torque for the vehicle. The star pattern must be followed.