FAQ for Alloy Wheels Repair
Q: What is the proper way to mount and dismount the tires?
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The proper way is to deflate the tire completely, remove the tire, any rubber, light rust, or corrosion from the wheel bead seats, apply GM P/N 12345884 or equivalent to the tire bead and the wheel rim, install the tire, and inflate the tire to the proper air pressure.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What should be noted when removing the tire and wheel?
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If penetrating oil gets on the vertical surfaces between the wheel and the rotor or drum, it could cause the wheel to work loose as the vehicle is driven, resulting in loss of control and an injury accident.
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01/11/2022 Q: What is the proper way to inspect faulty tires?
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The proper way is to mark the tire with a crayon to note the start and the stop position, rotate each tire and wheel by hand, inspect the tire for bulges or bent wheels, use a comparable tire to replace each tire, one at a time, test drive the vehicle, and remove the faulty tire.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: Under what kinds of conditions should you measure the wheel alignment?
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The tread blocks have feathered edges. The outer tread blocks are worn more than the inner tread blocks. the inner tread blocks are worn more than the outer tread blocks.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What should be noticed while rotating and inspecting the tire and wheel?
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Radial tires tend to wear faster in the shoulder area, particularly in front positions. Radial tires in non-drive locations may develop an irregular wear pattern that may increase tire noise. This makes regular rotation especially necessary.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What should be noticed before checking the wheel mounting surface?
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You shall replace any wheels that are bent or dented, or have excessive lateral or radial runout. Wheels with runouts greater than specified may cause objectionable vibrations.
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01/11/2022 Q: What kind of tools will be required in the replacement of the tire and wheel?
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The tools required include J 39544-KIT Complete Torque Socket Set-10 Pieces.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What should be noted when mounting and dismounting the tires?
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You must not scratch or damage the clear coating on aluminum wheels with the tire-changing equipment.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: Under what kinds of conditions should you rotate the tires?
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The amount of time or mileage since the last tire rotation matches the maintenance schedule. The outer tread blocks are worn more than the middle tread blocks. The outer tread blocks are worn more than the inner tread blocks. the middle tread blocks are worn more than the outer tread blocks.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What steps should be taken after rotation?
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You shall check the wheel nuts for specified torque, set the tire pressure, and reprogram the sensors on vehicles equipped with tire pressure monitoring.
By BobGM Specialist
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