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Wheel Balancing

  1. Using the wheel balancer, measure wheel balance.
  2. Adjust the wheel balancing.
NOTE:
  • Unbalance after adjusting the wheel balancing should be 5 g (0.18 oz) or less.
  • When using the adhesive type weight, degrease the surface where the adhesive type weight will be applied securely.
  • After applying the adhesive type weight, apply a force to the weight and attain full adhesion.
  • Using the knock-on type weight, check the size of the knock-on part.
Fig 1: Checking Knock Type Weight Dimensions For Steel And Aluminum Wheels
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Service limit A: 

Knock-on type weight for steel wheel: 2 mm (0.08 in)

Knock-on type weight for aluminum wheel: 5 mm (0.2 in)