Section 786 (Road Wheels & Tires): Wheel: Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Nissan Altima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Check tires for wear and improper inflation.
Check wheels for deformation, cracks and other damage. If deformed, remove wheel and check wheel runout.
1. Remove tire from wheel and mount wheel on a tire balance machine.
2. Set dial indicator as shown in the illustration.
  Wheel runout (Dial indicator value): Refer to " ROAD WHEEL ".
Check front wheel bearings for looseness.
Check front suspension for looseness.

Fig 1: Setting Dial Indicator On Wheel

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