Checking Radial And Lateral Run Of Wheel: Notes

-- Mount the disc wheel on the wheel balancer.

-- Use the Wheel Centering System Adapter VAS 5271.

-- Load the Tire Dial Gauge VAG 1435 approximately 2 mm.

-- Slowly turn the disc wheel.

-- Note the smallest and the largest dial readings.

Fig 1: Identifying Areas To Check Wheel For Radial Run-Out & Lateral Run-Out

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S - Lateral Run-Out

H - Radial Run-Out

-- Compare determined value with specifications in the table, refer to Specifications for Radial and Lateral Run-Out on Disc Wheel .